Water Sources

by Rebecca Olien

Overview

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.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781491482810
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	01/01/2016
Series:	Water In Our World
Pages:	24
Sales rank:	1,033,112
Product dimensions:	8.12(w) x 8.00(h) x 0.12(d)
Lexile:	610L (what's this?)
Age Range:	6 - 9 Years

About the Author

Rebecca Olien was an elementary school teacher for 20 years. She has since written over 50 books for children and educators. Currently, she is an instructional designer and curriculum developer.

Table of Contents

Water Covers the Earth 4

Where Is Water Found? 6

Oceans and Seas 8

Water as Ice 10

Lakes and Ponds 12

Rivers and Streams 15

Groundwater 16

Protect Water Sources 18

Amazing But True! 20

Hands On: Groundwater 21

Glossary 22

Read More 23

Internet Sites 23

Critical Thinking Using the Common Core 24

Index 24

Interviews

• Teaches readers about each kind of body of water • Explains the differences between salt water and freshwater • Describes the abundance yet endangerment of water on Earth • Strong link between photographs and text • Includes an activity for enhanced learning experience