Arcadia Public Library

Describes rice, the history of its cultivation, and the part it plays in human health and diet. Includes several recipes.

A child is sent to find a younger brother at dinnertime and is introduced to a variety of cultures through encountering the many different ways rice is prepared at the different households visited.

Rice is an essential crop. It is a staple of many diets and cuisines. But there s more to rice than being served in a bowl. Young readers can learn about how rice is grown, different ways it s used, and why it s such an important crop! Full-color photos and easy-to-read text help readers understand the basic concepts of agriculture.

Rice is one of the most abundant and widely grown crops in the world today. In Thailand, rice is grown everywhere and it is almost always a part of every meal. Photographer Richard Sobol invites us on a journey to Thailand to explore the life of rice: from the beginning of the growing season at the Royal Plowing Ceremony, to the hard work of transplanting and harvesting the rice plants, and finally ending with a delicious dinner--of rice, of course!...

For centuries, rice farmers on the island of Bali have taken great care not to offend Dewi Danu, the water goddess who dwells in the crater lake near the peak of Batur volcano. Toward the end of each rainy season, the farmers send representatives to Ulun Danu Batur, the temple at the top of the mountain, to offer ducks, pigs, coins and coconuts in thanks for the water that sustains their terraced fields.

Offers easy pasta and rice recipes for young people to cook, along with information on equipment needed, cooking techniques, safety tips, and notes on special ingredients.