Water Isn't Wasted!: How Does Water Become Safe to Drink?

by Riley Flynn

Overview

Where does clean drinking water come from? Discover the story behind one of the necessities of life. From facts on how much water we use daily to how dirty water becomes bacteria-free and safe enough to drink. Readers will learn about why we need sanitation and where clean drinking water comes from.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781543531169
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	08/01/2018
Series:	The Story of Sanitation
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.75(w) x 8.75(h) x (d)
Age Range:	8 - 10 Years

About the Author

Riley Flynn is a writer living in southern Minnesota. When he's not writing, Riley enjoys camping, cooking, and spending time with his family.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 All About Water 4

Chapter 2 Thirsty People in History 8

Chapter 3 From Stream to Storage 12

Chapter 4 Protecting Our Water 24

Timeline 28

Glossary 30

Read More 31

Internet Sites 31

Critical Thinking Questions 32

Index 32

Interviews

Easy-to-read text and clear photos make a complex topic accessible for readers. Information on the waste humans create and how it affects the environment. Common Core writing prompts encourage reflection and analysis of text. Includes diagrams illustration each sanitation system. Meets Next Generation Science Standards.