Listed on the 2021 UN Sustainable Development Goals'' Reading List! ? This intriguing, oversized title combines science and story to explore water in all its forms . . . [Mihaly] addresses readers directly, with respect for their capacity. Thoughtful, engaging design and lively illustrations add further appeal. Oceanic in scope but clear and refreshing Kirkus Reviews, starred review Dive in to fascinating facts about water in this comprehensive yet accessible exploration that will help young readers understand many aspects of one of our planet''s most precious resources -- and how they can protect it! Not only packed with topics ranging from melting and freezing, to renewable energy, to the ways in which water literally shapes the Earth, this guide also includes tales from storytellers from around the world sprinkled throughout the book, highlighting the ways water is ingrained in global cultures. Life-the-flaps for interactive learning Includes hands-on activity ideas Endnotes about young sustainability activists