Roots help plants grow by not only holding the plant in the soil, but by feeding the plant with nutrients from the ground. Some of these roots we eat. Yes we actually eat the part of the plant that grows below ground.

Johnny Tractor explains how different types of food grow on the farm and how they are harvested, including peanuts, grapes, corn, carrots, and wheat.

Describes food plants, where they grow, how they are cultivated, their importance for the survival of humans and animals, and the need for more crops to feed the world's growing population.

"In Farm Plants, beginning readers will learn what about the major crops that grow on a farm, as well as the many vegetables and herbs that grow in farm gardens. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn what major crops are called and what their fields look like. Photos and further detailed descriptions of major crops help introduce the content, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary....

This informative book is filled with 100 fascinating facts about food, from how to grow a burger in a laboratory to how many bees it takes to fill an orchard with apples. With bright, infographic-style illustrations, and detailed facts on every page.