Rivers, Lakes, and Oceans
Life as we know it would be impossible without water. Luckily for us and the other organisms with which we share our planet, Earth has so much water that it is sometimes known as "the water planet." This engrossing volume describes where water can be found in its solid, liquid, and gaseous states. The book offers the details of Earth's water cycle and highlights the importance of both freshwater and salt water. It also tackles the unpleasant but pressing topic of water pollution. Readers will love the beautiful photographs of rivers, lakes, oceans, and more.
* Reviews *
Series Review: Our Changing Earth"These books are valuable introductions to six areas of our planet that are undergoing change. The short sentences make these books easy enough for students in lower grades, while the content is sufficient for those approaching middle school to gain a basic understanding. Useful for reading aloud, due to the colorful illustrations and presentation of text, the busyness of the pages can be distracting for some readers. Some students might have problems with the vocabulary, however these topics are not always easily expressed using simple language. These titles tie in with ecology, science, and Earth Day, helping students to see the impact of what is being done today and what was done in the past."
--Library Media Connection
Series Review: Our Changing Earth
"These introductions cover a medley of topics, using eye-catching photos, clear diagrams, and text that clearly relay key scientific concepts. . .the series is a useful resource, complete with a link at the back of each volume to a list of websites chosen and updated regularly by the publisher."
--School Library Journal
