Junior Library Guild

This slim but information-rich title begins by stating, “Humans, plants, and animals need water to stay alive.” The text goes on to explain where water comes from, how people use it in their homes and at work, and how animals such as fish live in it. Many pages are devoted to helping readers understand what they can do to protect “our watery world.” The 2010 oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico is touched upon to illustrate the effects of pollution. Full-color photos decorate each page and the useful back matter includes a glossary, an index, and suggested Web sites.