For the science enthusiast interested in the planet, earth science, and our precious water resource!
There is so much to discover! This comprehensive yet accessible exploration of water will help young readers understand many aspects of one of our planet’s most precious resources and how they can protect it. A friendly water droplet character guides children through topics ranging from melting and freezing to the ways in which water literally shapes the Earth. Tales by storytellers from around the world are sprinkled through the book, highlighting the variety of ways in which global cultures value water. The engaging format includes gatefolds and booklets that provide hands-on activity ideas and guide students to learn fascinating facts about water in tactile ways.
Topics include:
- The importance of water to life
- How much of the planet is made of water
- Where in the world water is located
- Freezing, melting and evaporation
- The water cycle
- Why animals and plants need water
- Salt water versus fresh water environments
- Uses for water, including water as a source of renewable energy
- Water conservation and how to keep water clean
- Hardcover
- 64 pages
- Grades 1-5
- Reading level: 8-12 years
