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A Dandelion's Life

Series: Nature Upclose

by John Himmelman

Text and illustrations follow the life cycle of a dandelion, describing its germination, the growth of its flower head, visits by various insects, and the withering of its stem in winter.

Series Information

Strikingly original watercolors depict each creature's world from its unique perspective. Simple text describes the creatures' movements and activities.

Ages: 6, 7, 5
Interest Level: Grades K - 2
Grade Level Equivalent: 2.7
DRA: 13-14
Guided Reading: H
Publisher: Children's Press (CT)
Number of Pages: 32
Genre: General Nonfiction, Dictionaries, Reference, Series