solar energy

Explains how the sun's rays can be captured and used as a source of energy with a variety of projects.

"This book details the history, current uses, and potential future applications of solar energy"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces beginning readers to light.

Solar energy harnesses the power of the sun. This clean, renewable energy is growing in its technology and popularity. Learn how it works, how it compares to other forms of energy, and how you may get involved in this exciting growing field some day.

Explains the basics of solar power to early readers using simple text and colorful illustrations. Includes charts, sidebars, an infographic, and a hands-on activity.

Introduces the sun as one of Earth's energy resources, discussing where it comes from, how we develop and use it, and how it helps power the world.

Presents step-by-step instructions for science experiments that will teach children about solar energy and the scientific process.

Readers will learn about the properties of light, what wavelengths are, the relationship between light and color, and how reflected light enables us to see things.

Teaches readers what chemical engineering is and why it's so important in our daily lives, such as enabling solar panels to promote green energy and the creation of consumer products such as Post-It notes. Readers also learn how chemical engineering has helped in medicine, such as by advancing prosthetics.

"Carefully leveled text and ... photographs introduce early fluent readers to the science and engineering behind solar energy. Includes infographics, activity, glossary, and index."--Provided by publisher.