water conservation

Text and color illustrations explore rainwater, and how to build a barrel to save some for future uses.

"Describes the sources of freshwater on the earth and ways people can conserve water"--Provided by publisher.

"A boy washing the dishes wonders where the water goes, and the story follows water drops as they travel through the city sewer system, treatment plant, and back again"--Provided by publisher.

Provides a look at the uses of water and the importance of conserving and protecting this resource.

"This book provides insight into water and creates a more profound understanding of the current water predicament. It focuses on the health of our planet surrounding water and uses technologically advanced sytems to reveal the damage and destruction brought on by humans. Focus is put on our attempts to control water and our reckless actions that threaten water availability."--.

Examines the concept of water conservation, discussing how water gets polluted and wasted and how it can be cleaned up and preserved.

Describes different ways to conserve water, including taking a shower instead of a bath, finding and fixing leaky toilets, and more.

"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 persons 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 full-color photographs to show readers the reality of droughts and pollution. Fact boxes and a graphic organizer help readers understand important science and social studies concepts"--Amazon.com.

"This guidebook focuses on our global health impact via 'water footprints', how much freshwater is used to produce goods and services such as manufacturing, growing, harvesting, packaging, and shipping to market, which teaches young readers how to consume responsibly, and to think innovatively on sustainable freshwater alternatives"--Provided by publisher.

"Introduces the reader to saving water"--Provided by publisher.