Washoe County Library System

Describes the stages of development in the life of a tree, from seed to full-grown plant.

Describes the habitat, eating habits, and life cycle of the sockeye salmon.

Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and stages of development of painted lady butterflies.

Describes the physical characteristics, habits and stages of development of silkworms, as well as how they are raised to produce silk.

An introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of bees, insects that live everywhere in the world except Antarctica.

Text and photographs present a brief description of the life cycle of chickens.

Describes how sea turtles develop from eggs to hatchlings to adult turtles, and tells why they are endangered and what individuals can do to help protect them.

A basic overview of the life cycle of a bean plant. Includes information about different kinds of beans and their uses.

A basic overview of the life cycle of a duck and the behavior of ducklings as they grow.

Explains the stages of raccoon development from birth to maturity, including how cubs learn to forage, how they survive in cities, and what man-made dangers they face.