Water power Energy from rivers, waves, and tides

Laurie Brearley, 1953-

Book - 2019

Learn about the history of hydroelectric power and how water power is used to generate electricity.

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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
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN
9780531236871
9780531239445
  • A need for alternative energy
  • Water in motion
  • What is water power?
  • A powerful history
  • When did people start using water power?
  • From water current to electrical current
  • How can water power be used to create electricity?
  • The big truth!
  • Affecting the environment
  • What are the downsides of using water power?
  • Tides and waves
  • How can people capture the energy of ocean waves?
  • A bright future
  • Will more people use electricity generated from water power in the 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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