Discover the magic, mystery, and vital importance of the world's most precious resource.Water is everywhere-it falls from the sky, flows through our veins, and sustains every living thing on Earth. But how much do we truly know about this ever-changing element? In Water Runs Through This Book, award-winning author Nancy Bo Flood and photographer Jan Sonnenmair take readers on a poetic and scientific journey to explore the life cycle of water.Through a stunning blend of lyrical prose, captivating photography, and fascinating facts, this book reveals:
• The Science of Survival: From the water inside a single cell to the vast oceans that shape our climate.
• Cultural Connection: How water is celebrated in ceremonies and sacred rituals around the globe.
• Conservation in Action: Practical, everyday tips for readers of all ages to help protect and value our water resources.Whether it's the "dinosaur dribble" in your glass or a snowflake on your tongue, water connects us all. Water Runs Through This Book is an inspiring call to action for young conservationists, educators, and anyone who wants to become a better global citizen.
Nancy Bo Flood is an author, psychologist, teacher, and mother who writes about what she enjoys-children and foreign cultures. She has taught in several different cultures, including Japan, Saipan of Micronesia, Hawaii, and Samoa. She lives on the Navajo Reservation in northern Arizona.
Jan Sonnenmair is an award-winning Portland, Oregon, based commercial and documentary photographer who focuses her work on women, children and social issues around the world. Jan helps NGOs, corporations, universities, and publications tell stories with imagery.
