by Pegis, Jessica
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Authors: Ganegoda, Chandra,--ill. Series: Understanding electricity. Published by : Crabtree Pub., (New York, N.Y. :) Physical details: 32 p. : col. ill. ; 29 cm. Subject(s): Electric conductors. | Electric insulators and insulation. | Materials --Electric properties. Year : 2012
Item type :
01. English Non Fiction
| Location | Call Number | Status | Date Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stratford Elementary | 621.31 PEG | Available |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 31) and index.
Turn it on! -- Conductors and how they work -- Insulators and how they work -- Conductors and insulators everywhere -- Conductor or insulator? -- Lightning! -- The electrifying third rail -- Water : conductor or insulator? -- Air : conductor or insulator? -- The mighty vacuum -- What are semiconductors? -- What are superconductors? -- What is next for conductors and insulators? -- Glossary.
Understanding Electricity is an exciting new series that will spark readers' interest through books that explore the core concepts related to electricity in a relevant way, using relatable examples, accessible text, supportive diagrams and other visual elements. Readers will learn about the different kinds of electricity, conductors and insulators, electrical circuits and electromagnetism.
Grade 4 to 6.
"Guided reading: R"--P. [4] of cover.