Book 03
The Vanishing Pool
A rain-bright pool appears beside the path — and then begins to disappear.
With Daisy's journal and the Brighttails beside him, Pip observes the changing pool, compares its edges and follows every clue. Did animals drink the water? Did it soak into the ground, flow downhill or rise into the air?
As the evidence grows, Pip learns that a mystery may have more than one answer — and that changing your ideas when you discover new evidence is part of being a good explorer.
The Vanishing Pool is a warmly illustrated nature mystery that introduces young readers to observation, comparison, evaporation and the movement of water. The book includes a supervised activity for children and grown-ups to observe a real puddle, record what changes and discuss where the water may have gone.
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Themes
- Observation
- Comparison
- Evaporation
- Water
- Changing your mind
Locations in this story
The Whistling Trail
A narrow sand path between the grasses. It holds prints beautifully — which is exactly why it matters.
Kijani Water
The still green pool at the heart of the valley. Everything comes here eventually, if you wait quietly enough.