All The Water on Earth

A beautifully illustrated and lyrical introduction to the water cycle, inspired by the global bestseller One Well.

Award-winning author Rochelle Strauss brings the wonders of water to life in this engaging picture book for young readers. From streams, rivers, and oceans to underground sources, rain, snow, ice, and even steam, water is all around us—and every living thing on Earth depends on it.

But there is only so much water on our planet. Although water continuously moves through the water cycle, circulating between Earth and the sky, all the water we have today is all the water we will ever have. That makes protecting this precious resource everyone’s responsibility.

Part of the CitizenKid collection for younger readers, All the Water on Earth uses accessible text and colourful illustrations to introduce children to the world’s water and why it matters. Readers will discover:

• Where water is found, including freshwater and saltwater
• How rain, dew, snow, ice, and steam are part of the water cycle
• How the water cycle works
• Why people, animals, and plants need water
• What water is used for
• Some of the global challenges facing our water resources today
• Simple ways children can help conserve and protect water

Bestselling illustrator Madelyn Goodnight’s vibrant artwork captures the beauty and wonder of nature from a child’s perspective, making this an engaging read-aloud and a wonderful starting point for conversations about conservation and caring for our planet.

Additional back matter includes discussion questions, an author’s note, and resources for further learning.

Product Details

Publisher: Kids Can Press
Publication Date: June 2, 2026
ISBN-10: 1525310887
Dimensions: 23.75 × 1.4 × 26.16 cm

Praise for the Book and Related Works

“An excellent choice for children with big questions about Earth’s water, this is well-suited for read-aloud sharing as well as perusing.” — School Library Journal

“Lightly adapted from Strauss' One Well (2007), a cogent reminder that our planet's water is all the water we have ... A serious message, all the more convincing for the simple, positive tone of its delivery.” — Kirkus Reviews

All the Water on Earth helps children understand the interconnectedness of life on our planet, learn about the importance of protecting our natural resources, and discover meaningful ways they can make a difference.

About the Authors

Rochelle Strauss is an award-winning children’s book author, freelance writer, and education consultant. Her books include One Well, The Global Ocean, and Tree of Life. Through her work, Rochelle combines her love of nature and passion for storytelling to introduce children to the wonders of the natural world. She lives with her family in Toronto, Ontario.

Madelyn Goodnight is a member of the Chickasaw Nation. Her work reflects her love of childhood, wonder, and imagination. She holds a degree from the Rhode Island School of Design and has illustrated several picture books. She lives in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.