Do you know what makes up most of our bodies and most of Earth? Water! Learn about the water cycle and why water is so important for plants, animals, and all organisms on Earth. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this book will inspire curiosity about science topics through real-world examples. It features a hands-on STEAM challenge that is perfect for makerspaces and walks students step-by-step through the engineering design process. Make STEAM career connections with career advice from actual Smithsonian employees working in physical science fields. Dive into advanced science topics for older readers with this STEAM book that is ideal for secondary students or ages 10-14.

"A practical addition to classroom collections in support of science units, or for makerspaces in search of modeling and design ideas." - School Library Journal on the Smithsonian: Informational Text series

"These titles would be well suited to science classrooms and will satisfy curious young minds in school and public libraries." - Booklist on the Smithsonian: Informational Text series