The Department of Energy: A Look Behind the Scenes by Burgan, Michael (English)

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"Describes the history of the Department of Energy, and how it has evolved, what the pressing issues are today, and what lies ahead in the near future. Takes a potentially dry topic and makes it accessible for the younger reader. Sidebars highlight important issues and figures in history"--

FORMATPaperback LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description

Describes the history of the Department of Energy, and how it has evolved, what the pressing issues are today, and what lies ahead in the near future. Takes a potentially dry topic and makes it accessible for the younger reader. Sidebars highlight important issues and figures in history.

Author Biography

Michael Burgan has written numerous books for children and young adults during his nearly 20 years as a freelance writer. Many of his books have focused on U.S. history, geography, and the lives of world leaders. Michael has won several awards for his writing, and his graphic novel version of the classic tale Frankenstein (Stone Arch Books) was a Junior Library Guild selection. Michael graduated from the University of Connecticut with a bachelor's degree in history. He lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with his cat, Callie.

Table of Contents

Energy in many forms -- The road to creating the Department of Energy -- The department at work -- The Department of Energy today and tomorrow -- Timeline -- Glossary -- Additional resources -- Source notes -- Select bibliography -- Index..

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Easy-to-read text and clear photos make a complex topic accessible for young readers; meets needs of civics curriculum; current events topics can help with debates; critical thinking questions encourage reflection and analysis

Feature

Bibliography, Caption(s), Discussion Questions, Fact box(es), Full color, Glossary, Heading(s)/Subheading(s), Index, More Resources/Suggestions for Further Reading, Photograph(s), Primary Sources, Safe websites at FactHound.com, Sidebar(s), Table of Contents, Timeline(s)

Details ISBN075655909X Short Title DEPT OF ENERGY Pages 64 Audience Age 12-17 Publisher Compass Point Books Language English ISBN-10 075655909X ISBN-13 9780756559090 Format Paperback Year 2019 Publication Date 2019-02-01 Imprint Compass Point Books Subtitle A Look Behind the Scenes Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2019-02-01 NZ Release Date 2019-02-01 US Release Date 2019-02-01 UK Release Date 2019-02-01 Author Burgan, Michael Series U.S. Government Behind the Scenes Alternative 9780756559007 DEWEY 333.790973 Audience Teenage / Young adult We've got this

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