Water: Wastewater Engineer by Nel Yomtov
Readers will learn what it takes to succeed as a water/wastewater engineer. The book also explains the necessary educational steps, useful character traits, and daily job tasks related to this career, in the framework of the STEAM, Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math, movement. Photos, a glossary, and additional resources are included. Visit the Grade […]
Cleaning Water by Rebecca Olien
Where does the water we drink come from? This title introduces readers to the processes involved in treating and cleaning water. The cycle from freshwater sources to the faucet is covered. Readers will learn about removing sediment and disinfecting water. An activity to help readers understand the concept is included. Visit the Grade 5 Engineering […]
A Thirst For Home: A Story of Water Across the World by Christine Leronimo
Visit the Grade 5 Career Connection Module of the TMA BlueTech Curriculum to see curriculum connections. An interview with Christine Leronimo.
You Wouldn’t Want To Live Without Clean Water by Roger Canavan
This series takes readers (Ages 8-12) on a historical journey, examining how people coped in the past and how they developed ingenious ways to make life safer and less unpleasant. Each book features full-color cartoon-style illustrations and hilarious speech bubbles to heighten interest, making the series attractive even to reluctant readers. Visit the Grade 5 […]
The Water Princess by Susan Verde
With its wide sky and warm earth, Princess Gie Gie’s kingdom is a beautiful land. But clean drinking water is scarce in her small African village. And try as she might, Gie Gie cannot bring the water closer; she cannot make it run clearer. Every morning, she rises before the sun to make the long […]
STEM Waterworks: How Do Canals Work? By Christine Honders
Civilizations have long used canals to move water, ships, cargo, and people from one location to another. The first canals were often trenches dug to bring water to crops. Some were dug to connect rivers or other bodies of water. Over the centuries, the techniques, technology, resources, and science used to construct canals has changed […]
STEM Waterworks: How Do Aqueducts Work? by Greg Roza
Many of us take the water that comes out of our faucets for granted. But have you ever wondered how water makes it to your house in the first place? Sometimes it travels for hundreds of miles, thanks to aqueducts. This volume takes readers on a journey to the ancient world to see how people […]
STEM Waterworks: How Do Reservoirs Work? by Therese Shea
A reservoir is a man-made body of water used to store water for populations to use. Reservoirs are used to provide water for drinking, cooking and bathing. They provide farmers with a source of water for their crops. Reservoirs are also used as a source of recreation for boaters, swimmers, and vacationers. Readers will be […]