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Author
Publisher
KidHaven Publishing, an imprint of Greenhaven Publishing LLC
Pub. Date
2018.
Lexile measure
1040L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Presents information about the development of various sustainable power sources, and what countries around the world are doing to decrease their dependence on nonrenewable energy sources.
2) Solar energy
Author
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
2017.
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes how solar energy is generated, and discusses how it is used to create electricity.
3) Wind energy
Author
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
2017.
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
Provides information on wind turbines and how they make electricity and what the future of wind power looks like.
Author
Series
Publisher
Lucent Press, an imprint of Greenhaven Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discusses innovations in managing the energy crisis, including alternative sources of energy such as wind power and solar energy.
6) Hydropower
Author
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
2017.
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Anyone who has been walloped by a large ocean wave or has watched water tumble down a tall waterfall knows the power of water. Readers will learn about hydropower throughout history and find out about the water cycle. Reading about how this clean energy source is used today and what the future of hydropower may look like will educate young readers about renewable energy fueled by water" --
Series
Pub. Date
2012
Physical Desc
251 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Renewable Energy: Opposing Viewpoints is the leading source for libraries and classrooms in need of current-issue materials. The viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected sources and publications"--
Author
Publisher
Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2016]
Lexile measure
1130L
Physical Desc
112 pages : color illustrations ; 22 x 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Energy Technology covers the wide spectrum of energy sources being developed and improved today, from solar, wind, and geothermal to more exotic technologies, such as nuclear fusion. High-impact photos and explanatory graphics and charts bring scientific concepts to life. Features include essential facts, a glossary, selected bibliography, websites, source notes, and an index.
10) Ocean energy
Author
Series
Publisher
Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2017]
Lexile measure
810L
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Throughout the world's oceans, the tides are always in motion. In Ocean Energy, learn how scientists harness this motion to generate clean electricity, discover where ocean energy is being used today, and explore what the future of this technology may hold. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject." -- Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
Captivate, Capstone Press, an imprint of Capstone
Pub. Date
[2020]
Lexile measure
770L
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Our world runs on energy! But traditional fossil fuels are doing great damage to the environment, and they will eventually run out. How might solar, water, wind and geothermal power come to our rescue? Readers can discover how different the world could look in the future with energy sources that are clean and renewable"--
12) Renewable energy
Author
Publisher
Mason Crest
Pub. Date
[2016]
Physical Desc
64 pages : color illustrations, map ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Most of our energy comes from fossil fuels, but eventually we will run out. We will not, however, run out of sunshine or wind or waves. The center of the Earth will always be extremely hot, and fuels like switchgrass and algae can easily be regrown. These types of renewable energy--solar, wind, water, geothermal, and biomass--have the potential to power a cleaner future. The countries of North America have always had plentiful natural resources....
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
1000L
Physical Desc
112 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"This title explores global energy use, including the history of the world's dependence on fossil fuels and highlighting the efforts to expand use of renewable energy sources" --
14) Solar energy
Author
Series
Publisher
Sandcastle, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Lexile measure
380L
Physical Desc
24 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes the rapidly growing use of power harvested from our sun for heating & lighting our homes and businesses, and even running our cars!
Author
Series
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Pub. Date
[2014]
Lexile measure
1070L
Physical Desc
72 pages : color illustrations ; 24 x 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
From an acclaimed Scientists in the Field author comes the electrifying story of the scientists and engineers who are working to transform ocean waves into electricity in hopes of generating a cleaner, more sustainable power source.
16) Wind energy
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2013
Lexile measure
1250L
Physical Desc
112 pages : color illustrations ; 22 x 25cm.
Language
English
Description
As our world's population grows, so too does our need for energy. Scientists seek the next breakthrough in new technology while constantly finding ways to make current solutions cheaper and more efficient. In this title, discover what wind energy is, its history, how we use it today, and how new technologies can contribute to our energy future. Learn about cutting-edge types of wind turbines, including turbines at sea and turbines aloft in the sky,...
Author
Series
Publisher
The Child's World
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
520L
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 21 x 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Illustrates the differences between renewable and nonrenewable energy. Explains what makes energy sources renewable or nonrenewable and how they affect everyday life." -- www.childsworld.com
Author
Series
Publisher
Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Lexile measure
770L
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"People and farm animals make a lot of poop every day. Poop is often an untapped source for energy and fuel. Some people hope it will become popular as a sustainable energy source. Turning Poop Into Power looks at how poop becomes energy and the benefits of using it for heating and electricity." -- From publisher's website.
19) Wind power
Author
Publisher
Abdo Zoom
Pub. Date
[2017]
Lexile measure
480L
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Bold color photos and easy-to-read text introduce readers to wind power. Five informative chapters highlight what wind power is, how it works, and why it is a good source of energy. Zoom in even deeper with key stats and bolded glossary terms that make learning fun." --Publisher's description.
20) Wind energy
Author
Series
Publisher
Sandcastle, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Lexile measure
440L
Physical Desc
24 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Kids will explore an exciting energy resource with Wind Energy. This book covers one of Earth's energy resources, including where it comes from, how we develop and use it, and how it helps power the world.