Earth's Energy Resources: Water Energy
Ebooks
GradesK, 1, 2, 3, 4Science, English Language Arts
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What it is
- This digital book by Epic provides basic information about making energy from moving water.
Teaching tips
Positives
- The images are engaging.
- You can track daily reading, student logs, assignments, and quizzes in Epic.
Prerequisites
- You must create a free account as an educator to access this book. Students can be added to your class using a class code.
- This book does not mention that building dams to trap water for hydroelectric plants causes disruptions and damage to the river and surrounding ecosystems and causes emissions of methane gas, a powerful greenhouse gas. This might be important to mention.
- It also says that water "doesn't get used up." However, it might be good to remind students that fresh and clean water does get used up, particularly in arid locations or in drought-stricken areas.
- The phrase "climate change" is not mentioned in this book.
Differentiation & Implementation
- Students can click any word to get an audio pronunciation and a definition.
- There is a glossary of terms at the end of the book.
From the scientist review
This short book targeted to 4-9 year-olds presents the concepts of water energy, waterwheels, turbines, and renewable energy. It is a quick read. This resource is recommended for teaching.
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