The Biography of Bananas
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The Biography of Bananas reveals the murky past and uncertain future of the tasty banana. Almost unknown in North America before the 1870s, bananas quickly became a popular fruit with a rocky history. Colorful photographs and maps help explain who grows your bananas, how they are harvested, and why the banana may soon become extinct. Other topics include - What is a commodity? - the spread of bananas through trade routes - where and how bananas are grown - the growth of the banana plantations and banana republics - technical and genetic improvements to the banana, including new varieties - environmental issues such as land use and pesticides - why bananas are becoming extinct Teacher's guide available.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0778724832
ISBN13:9780778724834
Release Date:October 2005
Publisher:Crabtree Classics
Length:32 Pages
Weight:0.90 lbs.
Dimensions:0.3" x 8.8" x 11.1"
Age Range:8 to 11 years
Grade Range:Grades 3 to 6
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