Alright kiddo, imagine a big bowl in the ground with no water in it. That's what Tulare Lake looks like now. But a long time ago, Tulare Lake was the biggest lake in California! It was so big that it covered over 600 square miles. Wow!
Now, let's talk about why Tulare Lake dried up. A lot of people moved into the area and started using the water from the rivers and streams that led to the lake. They used it to water crops and for factories. This made the lake smaller and smaller until it finally dried up completely.
But that's not the end of the story, kiddo! Some people are working hard to try and bring Tulare Lake back to life! They want to restore the rivers and streams that used to flow into it so that it can become a healthy lake once again. If they succeed, Tulare Lake could be a great place for people to visit and enjoy the beauty of nature.