Arcadia Public Library

Describes what farms are like, how they differ from one another, and why many middle-sized farms are disappearing.

Describes the main crops grown in the United States, the soil composition and climate conditions necessary for their growth, the development of hybrids, and the importance of caring for the land.

Explores types of farms and the various plants and animals they grow, including cranberries, corn, sheep, and cows.

Follows Will Allen's work to revolutionize the way kids think about food and where it comes from, by developing urban farms and establishing farmer's markets, in order to feed the world.

Focuses on the experiences of children during the Dust Bowl era of the 1930s, when prolonged drought, coupled with farming techniques, caused massive erosion from Texas to Canada's wheat fields.