Demonstrates how the competition to solve pressing energy problems has become an engine of political and economic change and shares inside stories of current and developing energy sources from different world regions.

Presents problems and experiments that introduce the different types of energy.

Comical characters explain the basics, including the many forms energy can take. Readers can learn how energy changes from one form to another so that the Sun's energy can end up in a lunch box and eventually in people's muscles. Easy-to-follow diagrams show different ways energy can be harnessed. For a green look at the topic, the pros and cons of each form of energy are outlined, and tips on how to use energy sensibly are included. This high-voltage...

Introduces important facts about energy, such as how it is produced, consumed, and measured, using charts, diagrams, and graphs to illustrate and highlight key points.

"First Science explains introductory physical science concepts about energy through real-world observation and simple scientific diagrams. Intended for students in grades three through six"--Provided by publisher.

When a geopolitical miscalculation taints the world's remaining oil fields, America captures a passing asteroid as an alternate fuel, compelling NASA engineer Marcus to go into space to combat an international cabal.