Inspire young readers to grow their own fruits and veggies. Growing basil is fun and easy. It starts with a seed, but what else will readers need? This book takes them through the steps of growing a project they can be proud of. Readers learn to grow their favorite plants in this series. Each title starts with a table of contents, and vocabulary is in bold throughout the text. The end of each title includes a glossary. Short paragraphs are accompanied by photos and diagrams. A description of the plant is given along with a list of materials needed to help it grow, followed by step-by-step instructions for planting and care. The final pages have a "Take It Further" feature where readers learn how to use the plant they have grown, "you can add [basil] to soups or sauces. Put chopped leaves on pizza..." (Grow Your Own Basil). With help from a teacher or caregiver, these titles give students the opportunity to see the full life cycle of a plant. VERDICT A good introduction and basic instruction guide for young elementary readers on how to grow plants.--Hilary Tufo, Columbus Metro Library, OH "School Library Journal" Lisa Amstutz is the author of more than 150 children's books on topics ranging from applesauce to zebra mussels. An ecologist by training, she enjoys sharing her love of nature with kids. Lisa lives on a small farm with her family.