Water Wonders Every Child Should Know by Jean M. Thompson
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About this eBook
| Author | Thompson, Jean M. (Jean May), 1865- |
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| LoC No. | 07035227 |
| Title |
Water Wonders Every Child Should Know Little Studies of Dew, Frost, Snow, Ice, and Rain |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "Water Wonders Every Child Should Know" by Jean M. Thompson is a collection of nature studies written in the early 20th century. The work presents an engaging exploration of various forms of water phenomena, including dew, frost, snow, ice, and rain, and is beautifully complemented by illustrations from the renowned photographer Wilson A. Bentley. This book serves to educate children about the wonders of water in its many states, emphasizing their beauty and significance in nature. At the start of the work, Thompson introduces the delicate beauty of dew, illustrating how it falls and collects each night, transforming the landscape into a sparkling display. The opening chapter vividly describes a picturesque morning where the dew enhances gardens and plant life, emphasizing the dew's role in nourishing the earth. The author explains the science behind dew formation, detailing the conditions necessary for its appearance. Through poetic language and enchanting descriptions, the beginning captures the magical interaction between nature and the changing states of water, aiming to instill a sense of wonder and appreciation in young readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QC: Science: Physics |
| Subject | Meteorology -- Juvenile literature |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 56572 |
| Release Date | Feb 15, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 69 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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