Renewable energy is the future of our planet. The titles below help readers to make sense of it. From easy-to-read text, to fabulous photos and fun hands-on experiments, curious scientists will gain an understanding of the different forms of energy and what exciting innovations are headed our way to make sure we are powered up for years to come, and still keep our planet green and healthy.
Renewable Energy: Power the World with Sustainable Fuel with Hands-On Science Activities for Kids
written by Erin Twamley and Josh Sneideman, illustrated by Micah Rauch
With prompts, projects and questions, this book tells us how switching from nonrenewable energy sources to renewable ones, like solar, wind, biofuel, hydro and geothermal energy can make our lives and that of our planet’s, better and healthier.
Renewable Energy in Infographics
by Alexander Lowe
For students who learn better visually, this book is a great intro to renewable energy, with images and graphics and comparative information about renewables. Includes hands-on experiments too.
Climate Change and Energy Technology
by Rebecca E. Hirsch
Climate change is partly because of the way we use energy. This book tells us how scientists and engineers are testing new sources of energy, and explores whether these can help us fight climate change.
Green Energy
by Jasmine Ting
Have you ever considered the energy we use to power our lives? Our houses, our tablets, our handheld games and phones all require it. That won’t stop anytime soon. What scientists want to do is find sustainable energy that will lead us to a green future. This book explains what green energy is, the types of green energy available to us, and how each is put to work for us through technological innovations.
The Alternative Energy Book Set
Solar Power by Laurie Brearley
Water Power by Laurie Brearley
Geothermal Power by Laurie Brearley
Wind Power by Matthew Ziem
Four books that provide a great introduction to four types of renewable energy solutions.
Birds vs. blades?: offshore wind power and the race to protect seabirds
by Rebecca E. Hirsch
This book reminds us that trying new kinds of energy comes with problems we may have not thought of. A good introduction to one of those problems involving seabirds and windpower.
Energy lab for kids: 40 exciting experiments to explore, create, harness, and unleash energy
by Emily Hawbacker
Do you want to know about the different types of energy and how they help us in our everyday lives? Potential, kinetic, chemical, radiant and thermal energy: they affect us daily. This book provides activities that explore the different components of energy: from what it is, to how it’s discovered and used, and how we can save it. If you like hands-on fun, this is the book for you!
Energy from Water: Hydroelectric, Tidal, and Wave Power
by Nancy Dickmann
For centuries, water has been used to create energy. It’s called ‘hydroelectricity’ and it’s considered clean energy. Scientists today are finding new ways of using it to help us build a sustainable future. From rushing rivers, to ocean waves, water is being used to create electricity in new and exciting ways. This book makes sense of all the ways water works for us.
Biofuels
by Kate A Conley
Did you know plants such as corn and sugarcane are powering cars? These are considered biofuels, and they’re beginning to replace gasoline. Take a closer look at the biofuel industry and how it’s making inroads. Lots of resources are included in this engaging, easy-to-read book.
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, Young Reader’s Edition
written by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer, illustrated by Anna Hymas
An exciting memoir of a boy living in a drought-stricken village in Malawi, who builds a windmill from scrap, with the help of science books at the school library, and brings electricity to his home to pump water for crops.
From Sunshine to Light Bulb
by Michael Bright
From switching on the light, to turning on the TV, electricity flows to activate each, but how? This book follows the journey of electricity from start to finish, taking a look at how sources of energy are examined to how grids help make it available across the land and sea. In addition, it takes a peek at several real-world examples, allowing for discussion of nonrenewable resources versus green energy.
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