water-power

Text and illustrations explain how water provides us with energy.

Fresh waters are found on every continent except Antarctica. This book explores the plants, animals, and environment of this important ecosystem. Learn more in Fresh Waters, an AV2 media enhanced book.

Presents an introduction to water power, in simple text with illustrations, including information on water power in history, hydroelectric damns, tidal power, steam power, and related topics.

Suggests projects to explore the properties of water and ways of putting them to use for floating and energy.

Explains the science behind the building and use of dams and waterways.

Examines the historical uses of water as a source of energy, the advantages and disadvantages, and new advances in harnessing water power.

Looks at how water has shaped nature, describes how the power of water can be harnessed for electricity, and discusses some of the benefits and drawbacks of using water-generated energy.

Describes different methods of getting energy from wind or water, including windmills, water wheels, dams, and the harnessing of river power.

Discusses the pros and cons of hydroelectric power, including an overview of its history in the United States and other countries' attempts to balance electric needs and the environment.