Explains photosynthesis, the process responsible for providing the material and energy for all living things, and discusses such related issues as respiration, the carbon cycle, acid rain, and the greenhouse effect.

"In graphic novel format, follows the adventures of Max Axiom as he explains the science behind photosynthesis"--Provided by publisher.

In this accessible introduction to the concepts of matter and energy, and how the sun's light becomes fuel for our bodies through the food we eat, a mother takes readers on a journey into the earth where sleepy seeds are tickled awake and grow into golden oats; into blueberry patches, where green leaves break apart water and air to build sweet sugar; and into a pasture where sun becomes grass, becomes cow, becomes milk. -- adapted from Amazon.com. "In simple but expressive free verse, a mother describes to her young daughter how the sun's light becomes the energy in her body through the oats, blueberries, and milk in her home-cooked breakfast. Includes an Author's Note with more age-appropriate detail about photosynthesis."-- Provided by publisher.

"Follows the flow of sun energy in plants from photosynthesis through respiration."--From source other than the Library of Congress.

Provides a basic introduction to the science of ecology by discussing natural recycling, photosynthesis, and the chemistry of life.