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2) Water supply
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Looks at uses and distribution of water and the causes of water shortage. Suggests ways to conserve water.
3) Saving water
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Identifies the sources of earth's water, looks at the watercycle, explains the many different uses and needs for water, and discusses ways to conserve water and reduce water pollution.
4) Thirst
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"A heroic girl in Mumbai fights for her belief that water should be for everyone. Minni lives in the poorest part of Mumbai, where access to water is limited to a few hours a day and the communal taps have long lines. Lately, though, even that access is threatened by severe water shortages and thieves who are stealing this precious commodity--an act that Minni accidentally witnesses one night. Meanwhile, in the high-rise building where she just started...
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Children's and Middle Grade Novels in Spanish and English/Novelas juveniles en español e inglés
Middle School Project Lit Titles
NYT - Middle Grade Paperback
Project Lit - Full List
Middle School Project Lit Titles
NYT - Middle Grade Paperback
Project Lit - Full List
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When the Sudanese civil war reaches his village in 1985, eleven-year-old Salva becomes separated from his family and must walk with other Dinka tribe members through southern Sudan, Ethiopia, and Kenya in search of safe haven. Based on the life of Salva Dut, who, after emigrating to America in 1996, began a project to dig water wells in Sudan.
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Going green has turned from an individual trend to an international project. Countries around the world are developing new ways of managing food and water for the future. Case studies, maps, expert views, as well as Take Action and Facts in Focus statistics sidebars provide additional depth and relevance. Pictures and planning strategies will keep students focused and inspired.
7) Water supply
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This new title in this continuing series focuses on water supply. Issues are explored from negative and positive points of view, and five related topics are explored in each book, supplemented by case studies.
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Ideal for classroom discussions and reports on current events, this series takes an in-depth look at six global problems facing us today. Each book clearly explains the causes and effects of a major problem and suggests solutions. This series allows students to dig deeper into issues they hear about in the media.