Discovering Energy

Gr 3-5--Two physicists introduce all sorts of energy in this fine-tuned, colorfully illustrated title. Twenty-seven spreads provide information on everything from the sun's energy, thermal energy, steam, batteries, electromagnetism, fossil fuel, jet engines, nuclear fission, and fusion. There is no white space; the font sizes are set around well-executed cartoon illustrations. The writing is clear and inviting. The pictures help move the text along, adding interest and, occasionally, humor. The people shown come from all walks of life. It would have been helpful to have an index. VERDICT Despite the absence of an index, this powerful introduction contains accessible text and engaging illustrations. Perfect for primary grades studying energy.--Anne Chapman Callaghan, Racine Public Library, WI

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Review, Kirkus Reviews "A basic introduction to various forms of energy...the physicist co-authors explain concepts in easy-to-understand ways and with logical sequencing." 15th March 2020

Review, Armadillo, Spring 2020 "A rather delightful book that introduces the different ways of creating, measuring, harnessing and transforming energy...Descriptions and explanations are simple and concise. Small blocks of text using different fonts for interest are broken up with annotated pictures, dynamic illustrations and cut-away diagrams in a muted colour palette. This is an excellent book for both introducing the subject as well as allowing those interested to explore it further."

Review, Wrd About Books, Spring 2020 issue (o/s March 2020) "Discovering Energy is dynamically illustrated with cross sections and step-by-step explanations of energy in its many forms. This book covers the Solar power, muscle movement, potential and kinetic energy, wind, water, thermal, steam, electricity, electromagnetism, fossil fuels, combustion and jet engines, nuclear fusion, and photovoltaics to name but a few!"

Instagram post / Review, @bookbairn (29th January 2020 - 257 likes / 18.7K followers): https: //www.instagram.com/p/B76n1LHnAE2/ "It's never too early to start exploring big ideas"

Review, Astronomy Ireland, (o/s January 2020) "This month, we are recommending a really good children's science book which explains what is energy... The book show us the energy all around us from the warmth of the Sun, the movement of our bodies and the power stored in rivers, the sea and even the wind. Anna Swan aged 8 said it's a cool book."

Review, Let Them Be Small, 23rd January 2020 - Book of the week Blog post: https: //letthembesmall.com/book-of-the-week-discovering-energy/ "This book is packed full of clever diagrams and snippets of text that break the ideas down into manageable chunks and I really like that it looks at ideas such as making energy cleaner and sustainable for the future -certainly a topic that is hot at the moment."

Review, Read it Daddy, 20th January 2020 - Blog post: https: //readitdaddy.blogspot.com/2020/01/discovering-energy-discovering-big.html "Kids absolutely love science - to them it feels like the closest approximation to magic, and in the fantastic Discovering Big Ideas series from Button Books, they can find a huge range of topics to fascinate, befuddle but most of all to inspire them towards looking at science in different ways. The book brings these amazing achievements to life in a totally absorbing and engaging way, making science feel more accessible, and perhaps inspiring youngsters to become young scientists themselves. A fantastic book that delves deep into the subject of how we create, distribute and use energy every day, at school, in our homes and everywhere!"

Review, Raise Bay, 12th December 2019 - Blog post: https: //www.raisiebay.com/2019/12/discovering-energy-book-review.html "We all need to begin somewhere and this book aimed at 8 to 12 year olds is a simple but clever look at energy of all kinds. From the energy you use in your own body to move and exercise to the energy produced in nuclear power stations. The book is presented in an easy to read way with loads of fabulous illustrations. It's hard back with good quality pages so you know it will last for ages. Kids will want to read this book and when they do they will be learning.

Review, Red Reading Hub, 27th November 2019 - Blog post: https: //redreadinghub.blog/2019/11/27/discovering-energy/ "In his characteristic bright, retro illustrative style, Eduard Altarriba in collaboration with writers Hirn and Sanz, both of whom are experts in physics, explores the vital topic of energy and its effects on all our lives. This vast subject is one we all need to come to grips with and it's never too soon to start learning. This enlightening book, although aimed at young audiences, could also be useful to adults who have no background at all in physics."

Instagram post / Review, @picturebooksblogger (26th November 2019 - 240 likes / 81.8K followers): https: //www.instagram.com/p/B5VEte8ANTo/ "captivating look at energy in all its forms. #discoveringenergy by #johanneshirn #veronicasanz & @eduardaltarriba is an insightful journey to find out where our energy comes from, finding new sources of energy and making is sustainable for the future @gmcpublications"

Review, The World is Their Classroom, 23rd November 2019 -Blog post: https: //theworldistheirclassroom.blogspot.com/2019/11/discovering-energy-by-eduard-altarriba.html "This hardback book is nicely animated throughout to captivate young minds. It's packed with labelled diagrams and plenty of informative text and explanations, often numbered to make processes much more simpler and clearer for young children to understand."—Various "Website / blog / publication "