People have been using the wind’s energy for thousands of years to travel, power machinery, generate electricity, and for agriculture. Generating Wind Power will teach young readers about the benefits of harnessing the wind for everyday use. This fascinating new book features full-color illustrations and photographs, as well as case studies from around the world. Topics include• why we need wind energy• how electricity is made from the wind• wind farms and turbines• the history of wind power, from sailboats to windmills• where and how wind power is used today• the limitations of wind powerTeacher’s guide available.
People have been using the wind’s energy for thousands of years to travel, power machinery, generate electricity, and for agriculture. Generating Wind Power will teach young readers about the benefits of harnessing the wind for everyday use. This fascinating new book features full-color illustrations and photographs, as well as case studies from around the world. Topics include• why we need wind energy• how electricity is made from the wind• wind farms and turbines• the history of wind power, from sailboats to windmills• where and how wind power is used today• the limitations of wind powerTeacher’s guide available.
Barnes & Noble is the world’s largest retail bookseller and a leading retailer of content, digital media and educational products. Our Nook Digital business offers a lineup of NOOK® tablets and e-Readers and an expansive collection of digital reading content through the NOOK Store®. Barnes & Noble’s mission is to operate the best omni-channel specialty retail business in America, helping both our customers and booksellers reach their aspirations, while being a credit to the communities we serve.
