quiet and calm.
lake
so we can splash and
play and yell in you.
pool
I stamp my feet in you ... "
Here is another wonderful look at water, and its many delights. Pair it with Water Land (Hale, 2018) and Water Is Water (Paul, 2015) for a comprehensive look at the benefits and wonders of water in our lives.
It is a series of statements by a young girl, enthused by water's many appearances in her days. No matter where she is, water is a part of the her ... her home, her community, her world, herself. She can find it everywhere, from season to season. It is solid, liquid and gas. And this little girl knows all about it.
Ms. Portis uses sumi ink, a brush, and digital coloring to create her stunning, flowing images. The endpapers are endless, gently flowing waves that lead readers straight into the story being told. Water's many forms are clearly portrayed and noted.
Backmatter provides additional facts concerning water forms and the water cycle, offers suggestions for additional books to read, and asks readers to consider the part we can play in conserving this very precious resource.
In keeping with the sense of celebration, it ends with a heartfelt message:
"Hey, water! Thank you!"
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