Water: a Deep Dive of Discovery by Christy Mihaly and Mariona Cabassa - ADVISABLE

Water: a Deep Dive of Discovery by Christy Mihaly, illustrated by Mariona Cabassa, 63 pages. NON FICTION PICTURE BOOK. Barefoot Books, 2021. $20. 9781646862801

BUYING ADVISORY: EL, MS - ADVISABLE

AUDIENCE APPEAL: HIGH

Mihaly introduces readers to the beauty, power and importance of water – not only through facts and information, but also through eight mythical stories from different cultures and countries. She gives the reader a deep understanding of how water works and how it sustains life on our planet. We learn about topics ranging from melting and freezing to the ways in which water literally shapes the Earth. We also learn how we can cherish and protect our water. 

I enjoyed this comprehensive yet accessible exploration of water. It was fun and easy to learn and retain interesting facts about water. Mihaly has created an engaging format including gatefolds and booklets with hands-on activity ideas for learning about and protecting water. The illustrations are delightful, colorful and inviting.

Reviewer: PGPowers