How could "In Color" be about such an important concept? Because, the focus is on teaching and learning using textbooks and a wide range of instructional materials. Motivation through the realism and attention-getting use of color is powerful in student motivation.

The author's career as an agricultural educator included teaching high school, university teaching and research, and agricultural book publishing. His interest developed during childhood on a cotton plantation in Mississippi. Participation in the FFA while in high school provided for the development of speaking and leadership skills. He has authored or co-authored numerous agriculture-related books.