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Books in Our World of Water series

  • The Water Cycle at Work

    Rebecca Jean Olien

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2016)
    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.
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  • Wetlands

    B J Best, Arthur Best

    Library Binding (Cavendish Square, Jan. 15, 2018)
    Describes wetlands and their indigenous plants and wildlife and notes what happens if wetlands are drained to make new land for other uses.
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  • Volcanoes

    Valerie Bodden

    Hardcover (Creative Education, Sept. 1, 2006)
    Provides a basic introduction to volcanoes, including geographical information and what happens when they erupt.
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  • Water Sources

    Rebecca Jean Olien

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2016)
    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.
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  • Country-by-country Guide

    Millie Miller

    Hardcover (Scholastic Reference, Oct. 1, 2006)
    A perfect first introduction to the countries of the world for elementary school students.OUR WORLD makes it fun and easy for children to learn more about the world around them. Millie Miller contributes more of her beautiful, watercolor illustrations like those found in the successful UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.With more than 40 maps, 300 images, and hundreds of interesting facts and statistics, this unique atlas will expand every child's view of each country around the globe. Learn about food, languages, sports, animals, music, climate, architecture, population, and much more. Miller's unique style and clear text will have the reader browsing the pages of this book for hours.
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  • Bayous

    Arthur Best

    Library Binding (Cavendish Square Publishing, Jan. 15, 2018)
    Describes indigenous plants and wildlife and notes the economic and recreational importance of the bayous.
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  • The Water Cycle at Work

    Rebecca Jean Olien

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2016)
    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.
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  • Saving Water

    Rebecca Jean Olien

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Why do we need to save water? This title introduces readers to the importance of saving water. Ways readers can conserve water are discussed. Problems with changes in weather patterns and pollution are also covered. An activity to help readers understand the concept is included.
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  • Rivers

    Arthur Best

    Library Binding (Cavendish Square, Jan. 15, 2018)
    Describes the role rivers play in the ecosystem and notes the different ways in which river water is used.
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  • Springs

    Arthur Best

    Library Binding (Cavendish Square, Jan. 15, 2018)
    Describes the discharge of water from underground sources and notes the importance of the springs.
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  • Wetlands

    Arthur Best

    Paperback (Cavendish Square, Jan. 15, 2018)
    Marshes, swamps, and bogs can seem remote and even impenetrable to kids. Yet these ecosystems host a diverse range of plants and animals. This book explores the importance of wetlands, and why some people are concerned that they are often threatened or destroyed by human development.
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  • Cleaning Water

    Rebecca Jean Olien

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2016)
    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.
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