Practical Water Wisdom: Water Wishes for the Holidays

Join Itasca Waters and Minnesota Sea Grant in the final chapter of the 2025 Itasca Water Wisdom online webinar series, co-sponsored by MNSG.

This special holiday edition of Practical Water Wisdom will explore water-themed children’s books that are perfect for sparking curiosity and conversation. Minnesota Sea Grant's John Downing and Hilarie Sorensen will review a selection of fiction and non-fiction titles that connect us to water and nature, geared for kids and teens.

Holly Ristau, a former educator and storyteller with the Mahnomen School District, will offer guidance on how to share these books meaningfully with children. Drawing from her background in teaching storytelling, Holly will share tips for reading effectively to kids, highlighting the importance of telling stories in a way that helps children visualize and connect. She’ll also provide guidance on how families can share their own water stories.

Additionally, environmental scientist and author Sawyer Lorentz will share her creative, water-inspired coloring book, which blends science and art. Whether you're a parent, grandparent, educator, or water enthusiast, this webinar will help you connect the children in your life with water through the power of storytelling

This webinar is free and open to the public, but advance registration is required.

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