Follow the journey of a small sparkling raindrop as it falls from a cloud to become part of the mighty Mekong River and the South China Sea. Learn about its never-ending cycle and contribution to the ecosystems of our mountains, rivers, and seas.The Start Small, Think Big series sets readers on a journey of discovery, beginning with small miracles of life and connecting them to the big picture of our natural world. With a giant fold-out map, an illustrated life cycle and an I-Spy game.Small, Sparkling Raindrop explores the story of the water cycle and other key primary science topics, including the impact of water on the land and how vital it is for all living things on Earth. The book shows why clean, healthy rivers are vital for both people and wildlife, including the endangered Irawaddy dolphin severely threatened by over-fishing and pollution.The text has two levels. The main story narrative is written in the first person and is easy to read for beginners. The additional caption text is for confident readers, rich with information. The giant fold-out map will surprise and fascinate every child, and the I-Spy game will take them back into the book to find an array of animals.Printed on FSC paper from sustainable forests.