The Story of Water

Author: (USA) Cole / (USA) Degen Illustration / Xie Hui
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Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: Water is the source of human life. Humans once lived in an era without oil, electricity, or coal, but not a single day without water. All human civilizations have flourished in fertile river valleys. The preciousness of water also lies in the fact that humans cannot live without it for a single day. Currently, the global water crisis is approaching us. With the rapid growth of the population and the swift development of industry, water consumption and wastewater discharge are increasing dramatically. Over 80% of the world's freshwater has been polluted. Water pollution has caused the global water crisis. When I think of the harm of water pollution to the human body, I am reminded of the idiom "drinking poison to quench thirst." Its original meaning is to drink poison to relieve thirst. Now, 80 countries and regions, accounting for 40% of the world's population, are suffering from severe water scarcity. The people in these countries and regions have no access to clean water, let alone drinkable clean water. They are drinking heavily polluted water— isn't this drinking poison to quench thirst?
At the World Environment and Development Conference held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in 1992, the "Agenda 21" adopted by the conference included the following warning: "Water not only sustains all life on Earth but also holds critical significance for all economic and social sectors."
Children are the hope of the country tomorrow, and children's science popularization books are related to the future national quality and life spirit of a nation. The Magic School Bus: A Water Adventure adopts the method of (incarnation and journey), combining scientific principles with life experiences. Questions like "Where does all the rain come from?" and "How does river water become tap water?"— arising from daily life—can all be found answers in this book. The unique design of Miss Frizzle, the lively and amusing dialogues of the children, the simple and easy-to-understand annotations, and the fresh and vibrant cartoon illustrations all stimulate children's interest in reading.
It is hoped that this book will help children understand water knowledge, cherish water resources, and embark on the path of scientific exploration.