What Is Electricity?

Rookie Read-About Science

by Lisa Trumbauer, David Larwa (Consultant), Nanci R. Vargus (Consultant)

A simple introduction to electricity, describing how it is produced and some of the ways we use it every day.

Genres: Nonfiction

32 pages, Library Binding

First published March 1, 2004

About the author

Lisa Trumbauer has written early-learner books for Scholastic's Jump Start series and published numerous other activity books, picture books, and novels for middle-school readers, including the New York Times bestseller A Practical Guide to Dragons.

Reviews

[Renee Taylor · Rating 3 out of 5]

What is Electricity? by Lisa Trumbauer is a helpful supplemental text for young readers just starting to learn about electricity. It provides clear explanations and introduces basic concepts in a way that’s easy for children to understand. The inclusion of critical thinking questions and a hands-on experiment encourages readers to engage with the material more deeply and explore electricity beyond the pages. While it’s a solid resource for beginners, it might feel too basic for those seeking more detailed information. A 3-star rating, this book is a good starting point for curious minds beginning their journey into the world of science.

[Theresa · Rating 3 out of 5]

good early reader
good science resource
good introductory resource to electricity