Water seems to have magic. Here it is and now it�s gone! You see it and now you don�t! It is water�now vapor�now a cloud! It falls from the sky! It�s a pool on the ground! Now it�s gone again! It runs down the river but the river is still full! It pours steadily into the great ocean, but the ocean never runs over! It appears at dawn as shiny drops of dew on the grass. Look again later and presto, the drops are gone! Now it has changed from a drop of water into a snow crystal! It�s a piece of ice you can hold in your hand for a minute gone now, dripping through your fingers!

This informative and engaging book explores the many ways in which water affects our lives, from the water cycle and the importance of water for life, to the ways in which we use and manage water, and the impact of water on the environment. With clear, concise text and beautiful illustrations, this book is perfect for young readers who want to learn more about this vital resource. Whether they are interested in science, nature, or simply want to know more about the world around them, The First Book of Water is an ideal choice. Locally reprinted with permission.