wheat

An introduction to the process of making bread, from the time the farmer plants wheat to the time someone eats a slice of toast.

Chronicles the efforts of of Danish scientist Bent Skovmand and other scientist's efforts to save the world's wheat harvest by collecting germplasm samples that were resistant to UG99, a form of stem rust that was destroying crops, and discusses his efforts to maintain a free and open seed bank in Svalbard, Norway.

Wheat allergies are some of the most common food allergies in children. They often develop in babies and toddlers, and can cause uncomfortable symptoms. Fortunately, many outgrow the allergy. However, it s important to know how to identify a possible allergic reaction and what to do. Readers learn this and more, including the causes of wheat allergies and the difference between a wheat allergy and celiac disease. Full-color photographs augment the main content and show food labels wheat-allergic readers should look for. Age Appropriate and Achievable Content, Detailed Table of Contents, For Further Information Section, Glossary, Health Content, Index, Safety Tips, Science Content.

Discusses bread, how to make it, and how to use it for everyday things and for celebrations.

Examines the history, cultivation, and uses of wheat.

A poetic, photographic explanation of how wheat is turned into bread. Includes related activities and a bread recipe.

Examines where bread comes from, how it is made, the different shapes of bread, how long it needs to bake, and other interesting facts about bread and bakeries.

Follows bread from its beginnings through to the finished product, describing how wheat is grown, harvested, and processed.

A young girl, thankful for the good bread she has baked with her mother, looks back over the process by which the grain was grown, harvested, milled, and made into bread.

Explores the role of wheat in the world's economy. Covers the growth, harvesting, processing, trade, and consumption of wheat. Discusses why the price of wheat is affected by world events and how political, environmental, and social issues relate to the wheat industry.