"This picture book poetically explores the many things water can be--from home maker and ship breaker to cloud fluffer and fire snuffer. Backmatter provides additional explanations."--

Where does the water we drink come from? This title introduces readers to the processes involved in treating and cleaning water. The cycle from freshwater sources to the faucet is covered. Readers will learn about removing sediment and disinfecting water. An activity to help readers understand the concept is included.

Teaches young readers the importance of keeping water clean and gives practical ideas on things they can do to pitch in.

Describes the water cycle and the importance of water, explaining evaporation and condensation, dew and frost, and the three states of water.

Looks at why the world's water resources are at risk and how communities around the world are finding innovative ways to quench their thirst and water their crops.

"Why does it rain? This title introduces readers to the water cycle. Evaporation, precipitation, condensation, and other vocabulary words are defined. Each stage of the water cycle and why it is important to humans is explained. Graphics provide additional support. An activity to help readers understand the concept is included" --

"While many believe that water is a renewable resource that will never go away, the truth is that the availability of this essential element is declining. Global warming creates moonscapes where there were once snow-packed mountains. Population growth has pushed demand, straining our current supply--almost ensuring that water will become as coveted as oil in the twenty-first century. As the water supply declines, there are critical questions to answer:...

Explores aspects of water conservation, including how laws protect water, how businesses save water, how cities save water, and steps for saving water at home. Features a simple hands-on activity for removing salt from water and includes a glossary and resources for more information.

Rivers are an important part of the Earth. They are home to a variety of life, and humans have come to depend on them for food and transportation. But the actions of humans are harming these important ecosystems. Why do humans need to protect rivers? What can every person do to help protect the important resources rivers provide? Endangered Rivers answers these questions by engaging readers with lively text, graphic features, and stunning photography....

"In this richly narrated and authoritative work--combining environmental and societal history--Giulio Boccaletti begins with the earliest civilizations of sedentary farmers on the banks of the Nile, the Tigris, and the Euphrates. He describes how these societies were made possible by sea level changes from the last glacial melt. He examines how this sedentary farming led to irrigation and multiple cropping, which, in turn, resulted in an explosion...