Using Energy Wisely
Sherlock Bones Looks at the Environment
Before children can understand renewable and sustainable energy, they must first understand energy. This resource starts at the beginning with easy-to-follow explanations of energy and the ways it is used. Once through the fundamentals, this book explores fossil fuels, clean energy, and the numerous ways to conserve energy. Armed with their newfound knowledge, readers will be inspired to take steps to conserve energy at home and at school.
* Reviews *
Series Review: Sherlock Bones Looks at the Environment "This series is
recommended to support curricular needs of reader interests." --Library Media
Connection
Book review: Using Energy Wisely "Comprehensive look at energy production and use for the early to
middle grades. Explores the definition of energy, how we use it, who uses it,
fossil fuels, problems with fossil fuels, alternative fuels, clean energy,
hydropower, and saving energy. Color photos, illustrations, 'Eco-Facts' and
'Detective Work' sidebars, maps, and tables enhance the well written text.
Includes lots of little projects for at home and in school to learn about
energy. A section on doing an energy project, a glossary, bibliography, resource
website, and index are appended. A nice multi-colored book design ties all the
elements together. Highly recommended."
--Hawaii State
Library, May 2013
