Geothermal Energy: The Energy Inside Our Planet (A True Book: Alternative Energy)

by Laurie Brearley

Overview

Discover the power that comes from inside our planet.

In this book, readers (Grades 3-5) will discover the power inside our planet, from what causes it to how people are using it in new and exciting ways.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780531239421
Publisher:	Scholastic, Inc.
Publication date:	09/01/2018
Series:	A True Book (Relaunch)
Pages:	48
Product dimensions:	7.13(w) x 8.38(h) x (d)
Lexile:	910L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 10 Years

About the Author

Laurie Brearley has written and edited numerous children’s books and articles on a wide range of topics in science and social studies. She holds degrees from the University of New Hampshire and Boston University. Brearley believes that learning is a lifelong pursuit. She currently lives in Binghamton, New York, and is proud to be a descendant of David Brearley, one of the signers of the U.S. Constitution.

Table of Contents

A Need for Alternative Energy 6

1 Earth's Heat

What is geothermal energy? 9

2 Power from the Planet

How do people use geothermal activity? 17

The Big Truth!

Sharing the Wealth

Is it possible for Iceland to share its plentiful geothermal energy? 28

3 Tracking the Heat

How do researchers find geothermal reservoirs? 31

4 A Geothermal Future

What are the latest methods for using geothermal energy? 37

Looking Back at the Book 42

True Statistics 44

Resources 45

Important Words 46

Index 47

About the Author 48

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2018
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.

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