Charged Up: The Story of Electricity

by Jacqui Bailey

Describes how electrical energy is generated in power stations and how it travels through pylons, power cables, and wires into people's homes. Includes activity.

Genres: Science, Nonfiction, Physics, Picture Books

32 pages, Library Binding

First published January 1, 2004

Reviews

[Natalie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was expecting a more technical book about series circuits, conductors, etc. Instead, it is a delightfully written story about how electricity travels from a hydroelectric plant. I learned all kinds of new things and vocabulary.

Pictures were well done and the text is simple enough for my fifth graders. I enjoyed the story format.

[Sherri · Rating 4 out of 5]

I wish all kids' science books were done this well.

[Brianna Crall · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good for electricity unit. My students find this book fascinating.