Clean Water (Sally Ride Science) - Softcover

Geiger, Beth

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1596435771 ISBN 13: 9781596435773

Publisher: Flash Point, 2009

Synopsis

Real solutions to real environmental problems. A Sally Ride Science book.

Part of a series that teaches readers how to live green, Clean Water describes how water is used and what can be done to protect this precious resource. Learn about developing technologies for recycling and desalinating water that are helping to bring clean water to people all over the world.

Packed with full-color illustrations, this is middle-grade nonfiction at its most informative and instructive.

About this title

About the Author:

In 1983, Sally Ride became the first American woman to travel into space. Since then, she has remained in the limelight as an astronaut, astrophysicist and outspoken advocate for encouraging women in the sciences. She is also the President and Founder of Sally Ride Science, a media company that develops educational content that encourages children's interest in science and technology. In addition to publications, the company creates content for teachers and out-of-school programs.

BETH GEIGER was the recipient of the 2006 AAAS Science Journalist Award for excellence in Science Reporting for Children. She lives in Seattle, Washington.

Review:

“The authors approach conservation from an important global perspective, incorporating examples from countries throughout the world.” ―School Library Journal

About this edition

• Publisher: Flash Point
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 1596435771
• ISBN 13: 9781596435773
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 40