Rivers Ponds and Lakes - Alpha Books Author:Nicola Barber, Anita Ganeri This book is part of a collection of books designed for younger readers and young people with special educational needs. The texts of the books have been simplified and are printed in large, clear type. Many plants and animals live in the freshwater of rivers, ponds, lakes and other wetlands, and people depend on this water for drinking and for ... more »power. But freshwater habitats are under threat from pollution and massive drainage projects. This book looks at some interesting examples for freshwater plants and animals and describes some of the ways in which waterways are being cleaned up and protected for the future.« less