By Melanie Waldron (author) Part of the The Great Debate series
"Thought provoking and masterfully explained this is a very useful curriculum resource as well as being part of the excellent Engage Literacy reading scheme"
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Dark Red Band - KS2 10-11 years
Book banded at Dark Red for fluent readers this has all the features which makes this scheme so attractive to readers, teachers and to parents who will be sharing the book with their child. The bunting design enables them to see exactly how the book fits in the scheme progression and the summary page outlines all the learning features of the text.
In addition the book is beautifully designed to enhance learning with excellently labelled photographs and diagrams and interspersed with Power Facts and What Do You Think boxes. A commendably thorough glossary and index is followed by some challenging discussion questions. The exposition of the science of energy is concise and clear and the history, pros and cons of the various types of energy is very balanced.
A fascinating and truly informative read that would aid many adults understanding of this vital global issue.
We have been making use of different energy sources for thousands of years. But we are using more energy now than ever, and we wonder about the future. Fossil fuels may run out, and scientists are looking for other sources of energy.
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Will nuclear, wind, solar, water, biomass or geothermal energy be our future? Or does the future of energy lie in a combination of sources? You decide!
Melanie Waldron worked in children's publishing for many years before becoming a full-time author. She has written many non-fiction books for young people and specializes in science and geography topics.
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We have been making use of different energy sources for thousands of years. But we are using more energy now than ever, and we wonder about the future.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed The Great Debate The Future of Energy and determined it is suitable for children aged 9-10 years old
The Great Debate The Future of Energy features in the following genres: Science, Children’s / Teenage: General interest, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Featured Books for 9+ readers, Recommendations
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The Great Debate The Future of Energy was written by Melanie Waldron and published by Raintree an imprint of Capstone Global Library Ltd
The Great Debate The Future of Energy has 64 pages
Yes it is part of The Great Debate series
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