This is the story of a single raindrop which has existed since the beginning of time.  Dinosaur’s thirst was quenched by water which thousands of years later sits in a puddle.   During its cycle, the raindrop experienced nature at its best.  Ragsdale takes readers to the ocean and to waterfalls, into caverns as well as clouds.  Each environment visited includes short but distinct sentences that are intended to make the young scientist think about the value of water.  Both the texture of the paper and natural colors reinforce the scientific nature of this non-fiction picture book.  Illustrations done by Bassani highlight the stunning vision of nature and beautifully show how water cycles around our planet.

Backpages go into depth to explain the water cycle and water conservation.  Both pages contain information that will be comprehendible to the grade 2-3 students.  Colorful illustrations and the simple text will attract those in K – grade 1.   Add this to primary school media centers and recommended to public library collection.  This book is perfect for Earth Day programs.

Submitted by Jan Hamilton, retired librarian in Scarborough, ME.