Rivers of Sunlight: How the Sun Moves Water Around the Earth
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- $12.99
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- $12.99
Publisher Description
Three-time Caldecott Honor Artist Molly Bang and National Science Award-winning professor Penny Chisholm present a stunning, accessible explanation of the Earth's water cycle and its global effects.With stunning artwork and compelling scientific explanation, Bang and Chisholm have brought forth a masterpiece that is critically relevant in this environmentally tumultuous time. How does the sun keep ocean currents moving and lift fresh water from the seas? What can we do to conserve one of our planet's most precious resources? In this newest book in the award-winning Sunlight Series, readers learn about the constant movement of water as it flows around the Earth. As the water changes between liquid, vapor, and ice, Sunlight powers all living things, ensuring that life can exist on Earth.Perfect for any reader--young or old!--this is an invaluable addition to all classrooms, libraries, and at-home collections.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Bang and Chisholm continue their Sunlight series with a poetic, in-depth exploration of the sun's role in the water cycle. Once again, the sun speaks directly to readers, explaining that our planet's water is in a constant state of movement and change: "I keep water moving, cycling from sea to air to land and back again. I keep the cycle in balance." The vibrant blues, greens, and blues of Bang's folk-art-style artwork underscore the connections between sun, water, and life, while clarifying evaporation, currents, and other topics. Lyrical writing draws into sharp focus the importance of protecting and cherishing water. An extensive afterword provides a wealth of additional detail. Ages 4 8. This review has been corrected to accurately reflect the author and illustrator's contributions.
