Where's the water?

Introduces the water cycle including what makes up the three states of water, how evaporation works, and why condensation happens.

Examines the characteristics of a drought, and its effects on plants, animals, and people. Describes major droughts in history, and offers suggestions for conserving water. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

Examines what wastewater is, how public water systems work to filter and cleanse wastewater, and how individuals can reduce the amount of wastewater they create.

Examines the concept of water conservation, discussing how water gets polluted and wasted and how it can be cleaned up and preserved.

Examines the weather process of precipitation, discussing what it is, where it fits into the water cycle, and how it helps the planet run.

Explores the world's oceans, discussing how much of the planet is covered in salt water, and how the oceans affect the entire world's climate.

"The amount of water on Earth today is the same amount that will be on it tomorrow. How is this possible? Through understandable descriptions and helpful graphic organizers, readers are introduced to the water cycle. Full-color photographs and fun fact boxes supplement the main content, which takes readers through the cycle step by step. Basic science concepts such as precipitation, evaporation, and groundwater are explored, and readers are presented with an overview of water conservation they can easily implement in their homes"--Amazon.com.

"Droughts, acid rain, and pollution are all problems found around the world. Learning about how to conserve and care for the precious water on Earth should be an important part of every persons science background. This book introduces readers to the fundamental water issues in both first and third world countries. The main content encourages them to think both locally and globally, including real-life examples of conservation efforts complete with full-color photographs to show readers the reality of droughts and pollution. Fact boxes and a graphic organizer help readers understand important science and social studies concepts"--Amazon.com.

An exploration of precipitation, covering what it is, why it's needed, water vapor, rain, snow, and more.

"Many people know that about 70 percent of Earth's surface is covered by water. But they may not know that the oceans hold nearly 97 percent of the water on Earth. From the Arctic to the Pacific, these huge bodies of water are important to the health of our planet. Readers learn the different boundaries and characteristics of each of Earth's oceans, complemented by full-color photographs both above and below the surface. The main content and fun fact boxes include both the water cycle and geographic information and emphasize other science and social studies curriculum topics, such as conservation"--Amazon.com.