(4) PS Illustrated by Anca Hariton. Accompanied by loosely rendered paintings, a sparse text gives the most basic information about seeds in common fruits and vegetables. The concept is useful but spread a bit too thin. Running (literally) across the bottom of each page are stick figures lugging suitcases--a gimmick that, while whimsical, doesn't add anything to the content. A question-and-answer section is appended.

Reviewer: Hilary Breed Van Dusen

(3) K-3 Illustrated by Anca Hariton. Published spring 1998. This introduction to seed dispersal and plant regeneration features the ubiquitous dandelion tracing seven airborne seed parachutes to their various destinies. Watercolor illustrations--some contain clear close-ups, others offer unusual perspectives--clarify and support the botanical information. Final notes provide additional facts about this common wildflower.

Reviewer: Sheryl Lee Saunders