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Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
570L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (24 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
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.
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
610L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (24 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
How much water is on Earth? This title introduces readers to the different places on Earth water is found. Readers will learn the differences between rivers, oceans, lakes, groundwater, and other bodies of water. Water on Earth in the form of ice is also covered. An activity to help readers understand the concept is included.
Author
Lexile measure
AD 510L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Water is the first medicine. It affects and connects us all... When a black snake threatens to destroy the Earth and poison her people's water, one young water protector takes a stand to defend Earth's most sacred resource. Inspired by the many indigenous-led movements across North America, this bold and lyrical picture book issues an urgent rallying cry to safeguard the Earth's water from harm and corruption.
Author
Language
English
Description
"Water. The single most necessary element to sustain life. Brockovich warns that America's water crisis isn't looming on the horizon--it's already here. Superman Isn't Coming makes clear that the most precious resource on planet Earth is alarmingly polluted by toxins, hazardous waste, lead, fracking chemicals, and more. In the 20 years since her eponymous film, Brockovich has kept up the fight for clean water one town at a time. She receives thousands...
7) Water
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Pub
Pub. Date
c2010
Physical Desc
1 online resource (24 p.) : col. ill. ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes the water cycle of the earth, how water is stored, and how to purify and clean water. Includes color photos, a glossary, an index, and sources for additional information.
9) Water wise
Author
Publisher
Picture Window Books
Pub. Date
[2015]
Lexile measure
500L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
Kelly teachers her brother Jack about the Earth's water cycle while making sure that he knows the importance of conserving water.
Author
Lexile measure
580L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"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" --
13) Saving Water
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
530L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (24 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
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.
Author
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials
Pub. Date
[2014]
Lexile measure
820L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (64 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color).
Language
English
Description
What does swimming in a pool, drinking through a straw, breathing in air, and circulating blood all have in common? They all require a form of air or water pressure! Readers will discover the variety of ways that air and water pressure make an impact on our lives. This fact-filled nonfiction title includes real-life examples, vivid images, helpful graphs and diagrams, and basic experiments to help students begin to understand physics concepts. Readers...
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
790L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color).
Language
English
Description
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....
Author
Publisher
The Experiment
Pub. Date
2016.
Physical Desc
393 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color) ; 20 cm
Language
English
Description
"In his [previous books], Tristan Gooley helped readers reconnect with nature by finding direction from the trees, stars, clouds, and more. Now, he turns his attention to our most abundant - yet perhaps least understood - resource. Distilled from his far-flung adventures - sailing solo across the Atlantic, navigating with Omani tribespeople, canoeing in Borneo, and walking in his own backyard - Gooley shares hundreds of techniques in How to Read Water."--Amazon.com....
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2018]
Lexile measure
780L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
The hydrosphere encompasses all water on Earth-from glaciers and ice to rivers and oceans. People use water every day. This title asks the question, how much do you use? Readers will learn how humans use water, how humans positively and negatively affect water, and how to protect the water supply. Meets Next Generation Science Standards.
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Pub
Pub. Date
c2008
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 p.) : col. ill., col. map ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
What is a watershed? Why are watersheds important? What is it like to live where there is no clean, safe water supply? Read this book to find out more about the importance of watersheds and how you can help in the fight to keep Earth's freshwater sources clean and safe.
20) Water
Author
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials
Pub. Date
[2015]
Lexile measure
100L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (12 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
Presents a simple introduction to water that reveals the many places where it can be found.