Geothermal energy The energy inside our planet

Laurie Brearley, 1953-

Book - 2019

"This book details the history, current uses, and potential future applications of geothermal energy."--

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Subjects
Genres
Instructional and educational works
Published
New York, NY : Children's Press, an Imprint of Scholastic Inc [2019]
Language
English
Main Author
Laurie Brearley, 1953- (author)
Physical Description
48 pages : color illustrations ; 22 cm
Audience
910L
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN
9780531236857
9780531239421
  • A need for alternative energy
  • Earth's heat
  • What is geothermal energy?
  • From health spas to nightlights
  • How do people use this geothermal activity
  • The big truth
  • Sharing the wealth
  • Is it possible for Iceland to share its alternative resources?
  • Tracking the heat
  • How do researchers find geothermal reservoirs?
  • A geothermal future.
Review by School Library Journal Review

Gr 3-5-The latest in alternative, renewable energy sources is covered in an appealing package. Each entry opens with a set of two true or false questions, encouraging readers to test their knowledge before reading. The answers to these questions appear in the back of the book, alongside a review of the whole volume's content and comprehension questions. The conversational writing and engaging format encourage active learning. Colorful photos, historical time lines, and detailed diagrams put the material in context. Plenty of white space, with text boxes overlaid on pictures, keeps the text legible. "The Big Truth" sections present pros and cons or highlight innovations, such as the proposed IceLink connecting Iceland's geothermal energy sources to the United Kingdom. VERDICT Enticing visuals and a forward-thinking perspective make this series an excellent choice for library collections. © Copyright 2018. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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