Bibliograph

Green energy, Jasmine Ting

Type

Label

Green energy, Jasmine Ting

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Intended audience

Ages 8-10, Scholastic IncGrades 4-6, Scholastic Inc

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Green energy

Oclc number

1378065614

Responsibility statement

Jasmine Ting

Series statement

A true book: a green future

Summary

"This STEM-based set of True Books introduces students to the engineering innovations that can help us reach more environmentally friendly goals"--, Provided by publisher"Envision a brighter future with this STEM-based subset of True Books.We use a lot of energy to power our lives - from our homes and cars to our tablets and handheld games. The challenge facing us today is finding sustainable energy methods that will ensure a green future. There are seven different types of green energy - and they are the only types that don't pollute our Earth. We have learned how to harness the power of the sun, wind, water, and Earth. And technological innovations have allowed us to put these alternative energies to work in our everyday lives. Green Energies will show you how.ABOUT THE SERIES: What would a green future look like? Will trains and airplanes be powered by the sun? Will we have homes that have zero impact on the environment? The most pressing challenge facing us today is how to ensure a healthy Earth for ourselves and future generations. This STEM-based set of A True Books introduces students to the engineering innovations that can help us reach those goals. Interesting information is presented in a fun, friendly way - and in the simplest terms possible - and will inspire kids to start envisioning and enacting a more sustainable future"--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

Introduction -- Green is good : what is green energy? -- The heat is on : what forms of power use energy from heat? -- Wonders of the wind : How do people use wind as a source of energy? -- The big truth: what are we waiting for? What are some of the challenges with the switch to green energy? -- Water at work : how can water be used as a source of energy? -- Take action -- Spot On!: The Land of Fire and Ice -- True statistics

Target audience

juvenile

Classification