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How Do Irrigation Systems Work?

by Charles Hofer
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An irrigation system is an arrangement of canals and conduits that bring water to crops that need it. Even the earliest civilizations found ways to irrigate their crops with water from nearby rivers. In time, simple canals gave way to more advanced technology, leading to today's massive irrigation systems. In this book, readers will explore essential STEM topics while learning the fascinating history behind irrigation systems, including their different parts, how they are used, and the amazing engineers and scientists who make them possible. The text was designed to reflect social studies and science curricula. Photographs, diagrams, and fact boxes are sure to capture the attention of even reluctant readers.

  • Creators

  • Series

    STEM Waterworks

  • Publisher

  • Release date

    February 21, 2019

  • Formats

    • OverDrive Read

      • ISBN: 9781499420104

  • Languages

    • English

  • Levels

    • ATOS Level: 6.1
    • Interest Level: 4-8(MG)
    • Text Difficulty: 4-5

  • Reviews

    • School Library Journal

      November 1, 2016

      Gr 4-7-A well-done look at a less explored topic. Each volume begins with the history of the given waterworks, starting in ancient times in places as widespread as China, the Fertile Crescent, the Mediterranean, and the Americas. Developments up until the modern period are described, although most of the content generally focuses on those in the United States, sometimes to the detriment of the series. (For instance, the Three Gorges Dam project in China is not included in Dams.) The different types of scientists and engineers who work on each project are mentioned, as well as how STEM influences the siting, construction, and maintenance of various waterworks. Environmental concerns are also addressed.

      Copyright 2016 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

Formats

  • OverDrive Read

subjects

Languages

  • English

Levels

  • ATOS Level:6.1
  • Interest Level:4-8(MG)
  • Text Difficulty:4-5

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