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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy introducing children to the wonders of science and nature. With engaging illustrations and fun facts, it offers a delightful exploration of water's role in our world, perfect for sparking curiosity and inspiring young minds.
Water is the stuff of life, none of us would be here without it. But what can we learn from it? Take a plunge into the big blue, to discover the life lessons water has to teach you.
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Water is the stuff of life, none of us would be here without it. But what can we learn from it? Take a plunge into the big blue, to discover the life lessons water has to teach you.
The marvellous manner of water by Philip Bunting invites readers to explore the profound and playful ways water influences our world and our lives.
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ISBN: 9781760975180
Publisher: Scholastic Australia
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 01 August 2022
Country: Australia
Imprint: Omnibus Books
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Philip Bunting
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 13.0mm
Width: 247.0mm
Height: 258.0mm
Weight: 360g
Pages: 32
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