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"This narrative nonfiction book explores the water system as it affects cities. The narrative tracks our water from its source, moving through pipes and treatment facilities into our taps and fire hydrants, our pools and toilets, then out through storm and sewer systems. It takes a fun, engaged approach that emphasizes the experience of kids and how they relate to water. The underlying message is one of conservation and the importance of equitable...
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"All over the world, cities large and small were built near rivers because of what they can provide: drinking water, transportation, power sources, and more. Over the centuries, as cities grew, the rivers became polluted by sewage and industrial waste, and their natural flow patterns were disrupted. Disease and flooding were often the result. In a shortsighted attempt to address these issues, city planners buried old rivers beneath city streets. But...
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