Explores what energy is, sources of energy including fossil fuels as well as alternatives, the environmental impact of using different forms of energy, and how people can conserve energy.

It's windy on the Danish island of Sams�. Meet the environmentally friendly folks who, in a few short years, worked together for energy independence, and who now proudly call their home Energy Island.

Ms. Frizzle takes the class on a camping trip, but Arnold is worried about monsters, and sets out to create a "Monster Scaring Perimeter" powered by a generator to keep the lights on--and in the process the class learns about sources of clean energy (and maybe monsters).

"Learn about the history of alternative energy and find out what it takes to make it in this exciting career field."--

"After a general description of what renewable energy sources are, here's a specific discussion of wind, solar and hydro energy. Empower your children with the knowledge required to care for the environment." --Publisher.

Presents an introduction to renewable energy resouces, discussing how they are being developed and utilized and covering such energy alternatives as biofuels, wind, solar, geothermal, nuclear, and hydroelectricity.

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