Brilliant: Shining a Light on Sustainable Energy (Orca Footprints)

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Críticas An upbeat exploration of the often-curious world of alternative energy...The book is peppered with exotic photographs as well as quick-shooting boxed items to catch the attention of busy eyes. A smart welcoming introduction to alternative fuels one that puts the greater world in readers' hands.--Kirkus ReviewsEnvironmental problems are treated as exciting opportunities for ingenuity rather than a scary future menace. Geothermal heat wind hydroelectric power and the sun are all discussed as potential alternate sources of energy but biofuel is given the most attention. More cutting-edge approaches such as burning human waste or creating energy through play encourage kids to look for solutions in unexpected places.--BooklistTeeming with creative innovations from around the globe...The illustrations and colour photos enhance the text and the 'Energy Facts' and 'Power Lines' sections fill the spaces and create more energy themselves!...An informative entertaining and electrifying addition to the Orca Footprints series. This energetic book is a must-have for any school library. Highly Recommended.--CM MagazineA great addition to an elementary library as an excellent resource for students learning about sustainable energy sources.--Resource LinksA terrific informational book for students to learn about sustainable energy sources in the world. It has beautiful photographs and is packed with information that students can learn. It will also help students learn about other parts of the world that they may not know about as it is a book about global energy. Wonderful book. Highly Recommended.--Tucson Unified School DistrictMulder presents an objective positive approach to teaching young people about traditional non-renewable sources of energy and also about looking for alternative sources of renewable energy sometimes in unexpected places...An excellent choice for introducing children to the variety of energy sources available today and to the complexities of the energy discussion.--Library Media ConnectionMulder investigates our energy dependence and explains other environmentally friendly possibilities in a fun exciting and optimistic manner...Clear language and catchy wordplay in the sub-headings help make the science behind energy accessible...[Mulder's] passion for environmentalism is obvious and her enthusiasm contagious. Brilliant! will spark the interest of many future innovators who can and will change the world.--Quill & QuireA high interest book dealing with the topic of alternative sustainable energy sources. The information is all presented in an easy to read narrative format.--Southwestern Ohio Young Adult Materials Review GroupA book that combines history and science to teach children about sustainable sources of energy...Lots of pictures and personal vignettes lighten up its tone and deliver a powerful message: finding new sustainable ways to harness energy is not only possible but can be incredibly fun...Mulder's passion for sustainability is contagious and this is a good book to have a conversation with your children about ways to change the world.--Eco Parent MagazineThese are books that should be in classrooms everywhere. They are brilliantly designed and truly informative for children wanting to know more about the footprints we leave in our world...As has been the case with the previous books in this series the illustrations and clear photographs give essential meaning to the text. The 'Power Lines' and 'Energy Facts' boxes add personal observations and humor as well as much needed information. Get it for your classroom your library or your home to provide food for thought and action! Put on your own thinking cap and try to visualize new ways to improve life on our planet.--Sal's Fiction Addiction blog Reseña del editor Did you know that cars can run on french-fry grease or that human poop can be used to provide power to classrooms? Kids in Mexico help light up their houses by playing soccer and in the Philippines pop-bottle skylights are improving the quality of life for thousands of families. Brilliant! is about what happens when you harness the power of imagination and innovation: the world changes for the better! Full of examples of unusual (and often peculiar) power sources Brilliant! encourages kids to look around for new and sustainable ways to light up the world. Nota de la solapa sustainability energy innovation power light heat Biografía del autor Michelle Mulder is the founding author of and has written six other titles in the Footprints series—Pedal It! Brilliant! Every Last Drop Trash Talk Pocket Change and Going Wild. Michelle has also written the novels The Vegetable Museum Not a Chance Out of the Box After Peaches and several other books for young people. She lives in Victoria British Columbia. For more information visit michellemulder.com.