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It explains the sequential development of the plant, starting with the root emerging downwards into the soil, followed by the stem growing upwards towards sunlight. The progression continues with the appearance of the first leaves, the plant reaching a taller stature, and the eventual emergence of flowers that transform into beans. Written by Clare Verbeek, Thembani Dladla, and Zanele Buthelezi, with illustrations by Mlungisi Dlamini, the work is presented in English and is part of the Seed Books series, with an original isiZulu version available online. Published by Saide, South African Institute for Distance Education, this material is copyrighted in 2014 and permits adaptation and non-commercial use, requiring the preservation of copyright and credits. The document's straightforward language and clear visual progression make it an effective tool for teaching basic botany and life cycles. The clear, step-by-step description of germination and growth reinforces important biological concepts through an engaging and accessible format, highlighting the fundamental stages from seed to plant to fruit.","The sprouting bean  \nWriter: Clare Verbeek, Thembani Dladla and Zanele Buthelezi Illustration: Mlungisi Dlamini  \nEnglish Environment  \nThe sprouting bean  \nWriter: Clare Verbeek, Thembani Dladla and Zanele Buthelezi Illustration: Mlungisi Dlamini Reformatted for Bloom By: Cara Ediger  \nSeed Books  \nEnglish  \nThe sprouting bean  \nWriter: Clare Verbeek, Thembani Dladla and Zanele Buthelezi  \nIllustration: Mlungisi Dlamini  \nLanguage: English  \nThe original version of this story in isiZulu is available at [http://cae.ukzn.ac.za/Resources/ SeedBooks.aspx](http://cae.ukzn.ac.za/Resources/ SeedBooks.aspx).  \nSaide, South African Institute for Distance Education [www.africanstorybook.org](www.africanstorybook.org)  \nA Saide Initiative  \nCopyright © 2014, School of Education and Development (Centre for Adult Education), University of KwaZulu-Natal  \nYou may not use this work for commercial purposes. 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