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Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"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...
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"Many people know that about 70 percent of Earths 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 Earths oceans, complemented by full-color photographs both above and below the surface. The main content and fun fact...
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
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 person's 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...
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
Despite its ability to ruin a nice day at the park, precipitation is an essential part of the water cycle on Earth. Readers learn how different kinds of precipitation occur, including snow, rain, and hail. In addition, the consequences of too much and too little precipitation are explained, with a special emphasis on conservation and global climate change. Full-color photographs and graphic organizers help readers understand this important science...
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"The 2015 drought in California continually made national news, but its not the only place thats battled a lack of water in recent years. Droughts disrupt the water cycle, crop production, and the everyday lives of people and animals living in the region. Can they be prevented? Readers are introduced to why droughts happen and how theyre dealt with when they do. An emphasis on conservation and drought-prone regions around the world encourages readers...