Geothermal Energy

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Vast amounts of heat exist below the planet's surface. Geothermal Energy shows how scientists are tapping into this source of energy to heat homes and generate electricity. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Interest Level Grade 4 - Grade 8
Reading Level Grade 4
BISACS JUV037000, JUV035000, JUV039090
Genre Nonfiction
Subject Science & Technology
Copyright 2017
Division Abdo Publishing
Imprint Core Library
Language English
Number of Pages 48
Season 2016-12-15
ISBN 9781680784541, 9781680798395
Title Format Reinforced Library Bound Hardcovers, Anywhere eBooks
Dewey 621.44
Graphics Full-color photographs
Dimensions 7.25 x 9.25
Lexile 810
Guided Reading Level S
ATOS Reading Level 5.6
ATOS Interest Level MG
Accelerated Reader® Quiz 188612
Accelerated Reader® Points 1.0
Features Glossary of key words, Informative sidebars, Primary-source text, Reviewed, and Table of contents
Online Resources FREE! Core Library Connection
FREE! Booklinks Nonfiction Network
 

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