Power of the Sun

Without the sun, we wouldn't have bountiful harvests, beautiful flowers, or green forests. The relationship between the sun and plants is complex, fascinating, and altogether necessary for life on Earth. Through colorful photographs, easy-to-follow diagrams, fun facts, and standards-based activities, this book gives readers an inside look at photosynthesis, sun plants versus shade plants, seasons, and so much more. The narrative takes young learners on a journey through a day in the life of a plant and helps readers predict how clouds, the sun, and seasonal weather will affect the trees, flowers, crops, and lawns that they encounter in their own lives.

From Seattle to Sydney, people around the globe experience weather every day, but what is weather, really? How is the sun connected to whether it's hot and dry or cool and rainy outside? The brightly colored pages of this book explain the science behind weather on Earth, from our atmosphere to seasons to winds. Filled with incredible photographs, fun facts, and hands-on activities influenced by the Next Generation Science Standards, readers gain an understanding of the role that the sun plays in everyday weather.

Readers will learn all about the science behind renewable energy as it relates to the sun. Solar cells, biofuels, wind power, and hydroelectric power are all discussed here. Colorful photographs, explanatory diagrams, fast facts, and must-do activities connected to the Next Generation Science Standards all come together to create a story that is not only informative but altogether enjoyable to read. Readers get an in-depth look at the differences between renewable and nonrenewable energy, the science behind the water cycle, and the power of a wind turbine. As renewable energy becomes more prevalent around the world, this volume shares increasingly relevant information in an engaging, easy-to-follow format that readers will love.

This bright volume explores the relationship between the sun's energy and our planet, including the way the sun shapes day and night cycles and the seasons. Through interesting sidebars, eye-catching images, and engaging activities, this book encourages young readers to discover the science behind this brilliant star and its influence on our planet. Easy-to-follow language helps readers understand new concepts. This book also promotes cross-curriculum learning and reasoning skills.

Without the sun, life could not exist on Earth. For animals, the sun provides light, warmth, and even food. This informative book explores the sun's role in animal life, from producing food to keeping animals warm and healthy, as well as how the sun affects animal behavior throughout the year. Through fascinating sidebars and NGSS-influenced activities, readers will learn about the sun in an engaging and hands-on way.