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This Raindrop: Has a Billion Stories to Tell
A raindrop has billions of stories to tell. In fact, THIS raindrop has been here since time began!
This beautiful tale follows a raindrop's journey on Earth; from the time of the dinosaurs to the creation of the earliest cities and beyond. It explains how Earth has depended on the same water supply throughout its existence by flowing and falling all around us, fueling and forming much of what we have seen and used for millions of years.
Featuring a beautiful arlin paper cover with foil text enhancements and educational back matter including an explanation of the water cycle, the importance of water conservation, and resources for further reading, this book introduces a new understanding of our planet and encourages mindfulness and action when it comes to caring for the environment.
In partnership with Trees for the Future (TREES), each book sold plants a tree.
This beautiful tale follows a raindrop's journey on Earth; from the time of the dinosaurs to the creation of the earliest cities and beyond. It explains how Earth has depended on the same water supply throughout its existence by flowing and falling all around us, fueling and forming much of what we have seen and used for millions of years.
Featuring a beautiful arlin paper cover with foil text enhancements and educational back matter including an explanation of the water cycle, the importance of water conservation, and resources for further reading, this book introduces a new understanding of our planet and encourages mindfulness and action when it comes to caring for the environment.
In partnership with Trees for the Future (TREES), each book sold plants a tree.
40 pages, Hardcover
First published April 7, 2020
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May 6, 2020
What a beautiful introduction to the life cycle of water told in a rather unique fashion with illustrations and textual positioning that provides interest and enjoyment.
Using a vocabulary and alliteration that is most likely beyond the age to which this book is targeted, it does, however, open the reader to share with the young listener the beauty of alliteration and to build their vocabulary in a way that is subtle and yet intentional.
This little drop of water has supposedly been here from the beginning cycling through cloud, rain, sea, river, on leaves and hills, flowing over and watering Earth's plants, people, and critters.
So while not a technical book, it does teach about the cycle of water. While the vocabulary uses words not familiar to young children, it begins to introduce the listener to unknown words identifiable in the illustrations. And while the alliteration is probably lost on the young listener, it is a beautiful exposure of this literary device that will benefit them throughout life.
"This drip is a master of mysteries!
Its magical molecules morph into thin air
then shape-shift back into something new,
like a single drop of dew in the morning."
"Water is a witness to the wonders of the world."
"... sagas and secrets of travelers throughout time."
What an entertaining, educational book.
DISCLOSURE: I received a complimentary copy to facilitate a review. Opinions are mine, alone and are freely given.
Using a vocabulary and alliteration that is most likely beyond the age to which this book is targeted, it does, however, open the reader to share with the young listener the beauty of alliteration and to build their vocabulary in a way that is subtle and yet intentional.
This little drop of water has supposedly been here from the beginning cycling through cloud, rain, sea, river, on leaves and hills, flowing over and watering Earth's plants, people, and critters.
So while not a technical book, it does teach about the cycle of water. While the vocabulary uses words not familiar to young children, it begins to introduce the listener to unknown words identifiable in the illustrations. And while the alliteration is probably lost on the young listener, it is a beautiful exposure of this literary device that will benefit them throughout life.
"This drip is a master of mysteries!
Its magical molecules morph into thin air
then shape-shift back into something new,
like a single drop of dew in the morning."
"Water is a witness to the wonders of the world."
"... sagas and secrets of travelers throughout time."
What an entertaining, educational book.
DISCLOSURE: I received a complimentary copy to facilitate a review. Opinions are mine, alone and are freely given.
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April 28, 2022Genre: Childrens Picture Book
Bibliography: McQuinn, A., Beardshaw, R., Waites, C., & Findaway World, LLC. (2021). Lola at the library.
Response: I enjoyed this book in video form on the website https://www.getepic.com/app/read/76349.
Following the story of a raindrop, the book starts at the very beginning of Earth, with dinosaurs and mammoths. The raindrop goes on to be part of stalagmites, roaring waterfalls, or a simple puddle. For younger readers who are becoming increasingly interested with science topics, Linda Ragsdale provides additional information about the water cycle water conservation, and environmental mindfulness. This Raindrop: Has a Billion Stories to Tell can help libraries break up the potential plethora of simple picture books and fantasy books they have while allowing an easy transition into more complex scientific topics and ideas about how to preserve our planet. Younger readers will also enjoy this because of the colorful eye-catching illustrations and poetic writing style.
Bibliography: McQuinn, A., Beardshaw, R., Waites, C., & Findaway World, LLC. (2021). Lola at the library.
Response: I enjoyed this book in video form on the website https://www.getepic.com/app/read/76349.
Following the story of a raindrop, the book starts at the very beginning of Earth, with dinosaurs and mammoths. The raindrop goes on to be part of stalagmites, roaring waterfalls, or a simple puddle. For younger readers who are becoming increasingly interested with science topics, Linda Ragsdale provides additional information about the water cycle water conservation, and environmental mindfulness. This Raindrop: Has a Billion Stories to Tell can help libraries break up the potential plethora of simple picture books and fantasy books they have while allowing an easy transition into more complex scientific topics and ideas about how to preserve our planet. Younger readers will also enjoy this because of the colorful eye-catching illustrations and poetic writing style.
December 9, 2021
This is the perfect STEM book to get young readers to think both scientifically and creatively! It is a poetic reminder of the power of water and its cycle. Yet it also speaks to the imagination, encouraging readers to consider all the places a raindrop may have been throughout history. Because, after all, a raindrop “has billions of stories to tell.”
February 23, 2021
Colorful illustrations will hold the attention of young audiences while they learn about raindrops that have been around forever.
Back Matter includes:
Water Cycle
Water Conservation
World Oceans Day
Back Matter includes:
Water Cycle
Water Conservation
World Oceans Day
November 25, 2024
Word choice is beautiful & information in back helps convey message of conservation
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