water

The country of North America has a rich and interesting history that has contributed to its current human rights status.

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

An introduction to water, covering where it is found, how it shapes the earth, the water cycle, and more.

Explores getting wet in good ways, such as stepping into a pool, and bad ways, such as sitting on a bench after rain.

This volume covers topics such as acid rain, groundwater issues, oil spills, sediment contamination, endangered species laws, and exclusive economic zones.

"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."--.

"... Nate Ball and his crack team of curious scientist ... shrink down smaller than a raindrop to see firsthand what the water cycle is all about"--Publisher.

Text and color illustrations explorethe ways in which the human body uses water, and how things can go wrong if one isn't hydrated enough.

Examines what wastewater is, how public water systems work to filter and cleanse wastewater, and how individuals can reduce the amount of wastewater they create.

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