Learn about the world’s freshwater shortage with this nonfiction book. Ideal for young readers, this book explains Earth’s water crisis and includes a fiction story related to the topic, glossary, connected project, useful text features, and engaging sidebars. This 28—page full—color book explores the difficulties of protecting fresh water and how individuals can help. It also covers essential concepts such as problem—solving and leadership, and includes an extension activity for grade 2. Perfect for the classroom, at—home learning, or homeschool, to explore global citizenship, conserving water, and climate change.