The Science of Wind Energy

March 15, 2018
Grades 8-11 For centuries, the world has been powered primarily through fossil fuels?coal, oil, petroleum?but these resources are finite, often dangerous to collect, and can negatively impact the planet. A new source of energy is needed, and this entry in the Science of Renewable Energy series (5 titles) explores how wind power is harnessed. Four well-researched chapters clearly explain how wind energy is used effectively, the pros and cons of this method, the places where it's most easily accessed, and potential roadblocks. This series boasts a more engaging layout than past offerings; recurring sidebars offer real-world examples of wind power, and extensive source notes and further reading options provide report-writing teens with plenty of resources. This solid, unbiased explanation of a clean, renewable energy source will be of much use in the classroom.(Reprinted with permission of Booklist, copyright 2018, American Library Association.)