"Explains what rivers and streams are, describes the characteristics of these diverse and widespread environments, and shows how various species of animals and plants have adapted to life in these habitats"--Provided by publisher.
Frogs, fish, a turtle, and other creatures who live in or around a river state their need for the river, making a plea for protecting this natural resource.
"Simple text describes how rivers move freshwater from one place to another. Plants and animals in rivers and how people use rivers are discussed as well"--Provided by publisher.
Simple rhyming text accompanies colorful illustrations featuring animals that can be found along and in the rivers of North America, like muskrats, dragonflies, and frogs.