How Energy Changed the World
From the Set Planet Human
The energy industry has profoundly impacted our world. The Planet Human series breaks down the human impact on the environment over time and around the globe. Each title presents important high-interest natural science nonfiction content with global relevance.
Interest Level | Grade 4 - Grade 7 |
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Reading Level | Grade 4 |
Dewey | 333.79 |
Lexile | 660L |
ATOS Reading Level | |
Guided Reading Level | Q |
Publisher | Cherry Lake Publishing |
Series | Planet Human |
Language | English |
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Available Formats | Reinforced book (9781668938027), Paperback (9781668939062), PDF (9781668941751), ePub (9781668940402), Hosted ebook (9781668944455), Kindle (9781668943106) |
Copyright | 2024 |
Number of Pages | 32 |
Dimensions | 7 x 9 |
Graphics | Full-color photographs |
School Library Journal - How Energy Changed the World
Gr 4-6–This series starkly emphasizes the environmental toll of human activity, focusing extensively on the devastation caused by agriculture, communications, energy, fashion, and plastics. Children will even learn how their pens are harming the planet. Unlike other hopeful climate narratives, this collection centers predominantly on the challenges. While acknowledging changemakers and potential solutions, the overall tone is sobering. The visually striking pages, composed of large photos and a vibrant layout, contribute to the impactful presentation. The back matter includes an activity, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. VERDICT There are many climate series this year, consider alternatives if looking for a series that leave children with a more optimistic perspective.
Author: Stephanie Feldstein
Stephanie Feldstein works at the Center for Biological Diversity. She advocates to protect wildlife and helps people understand how humans impact nature. She lives in the woods in the Pacific Northwest with her rescued dogs and cats. She loves to hike and explore wild places.
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Author/Illustrator biography |
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Glossary of key words |
Index |
Table of contents |
Full-color photographs |