Living Sunlight: How Plants Bring The Earth To Life Living Sunlight shows children, teachers, and parents the remarkable magic of what makes us human. This informative yet dramatic book will mesmerize readers and help further a child's understanding of the energy we share with all living things in nature. We are all dancing sunlight. The book is co-authored by award-winning M.I.T. professor Penny Chisholm, a leading expert on ocean science. A perfect addition to any library!
Buried Sunlight: How Fossil Fuels Have Changed the Earth: How Fossil Fuels Have Changed the Earth What are fossil fuels, and how did they come to exist? This engaging, stunning book explains how coal, oil, and gas are really "buried sunlight," trapped beneath the surface of our planet for millions and millions of years. Now, in a very short time, we are digging them up and burning them, changing the carbon balance of our planet's air and water. What does this mean, and what should we do about it? Using simple language and breathtaking paintings, Bang and Chisholm present a clear, concise explanation of the fossil-fuel energy cycle that began with the sun and now runs most of our transportation and energy use in our world. Readers will be mesmerized by this engaging fourth book in the award-winning Sunlight Series by Bang and Chisholm.
Ocean Sunlight: How Tiny Plants Feed the Seas In this timely book, acclaimed Caldecott artist Molly Bang and award-winning M.I.T. professor Penny Chisholm use poetic language and dazzling illustrations to introduce the oceanic world. From tiny aquatic plants to the biggest whale or fish, Bang and Chisholm present a moving, living picture of the miraculous balance sustaining each life cycle and food chain deep within our wondrous oceans. On land or in the deep blue sea, we are all connected--and we are all a part of a grand living landscape. Award-winning scientist Penny Chisholm, a leading expert on oceans, packs Ocean Sunlight with clear, simple science, illuminated by Molly Bang's wondrous illustrations. This informative, joyous book will help children understand and celebrate the astonishing role our oceans play in human life.
Rivers of Sunlight: How the Sun Moves Water Around the Earth With stunning artwork and compelling scientific explanation, Bang and Chisholm have brought forth a masterpiece that is critically relevant in this environmentally tumultuous time. How does the sun keep ocean currents moving and lift fresh water from the seas? What can we do to conserve one of our planet's most precious resources? In this newest book in the award-winning Sunlight Series, readers learn about the constant movement of water as it flows around the Earth. As the water changes between liquid, vapor, and ice, Sunlight powers all living things, ensuring that life can exist on Earth. Perfect for any reader--young or old!--this is an invaluable addition to all classrooms, libraries, and at-home collections.
My Light: How Sunlight Becomes Electricity Often taken for granted, the sun gives us more than its light. Here, acclaimed author and illustrator Molly Bang presents a celebration of the wonder and power of the sun and its radiance. With dazzling paintings and a simple poetic text, MY LIGHT follows the paths of the sun's rays, showing the many ways in which we obtain energy from its light. As in COMMON GROUND (Giverny Award for Best Science Picture Book), Bang uses a story to explain the basic concepts behind electricity and our energy resources--a compelling and easily-accessible way to present a non-fiction subject.
《生命之光》 本书介绍了绿色植物的光合作用和呼吸作用,即绿色植物如何通过阳光,空气和水制造万物生长所需的养分,实现生命循环.
《深埋的阳光》本书阐述了化石燃料如何形成以及燃烧化石燃料怎样改变了地球.
《海中阳光 》本书解释了浮游植物如何通过捕捉太阳的能量,一方面为陆地生物提供氧气,另一方面哺育海洋生物,参与到海洋的生命循环中.
《河流之光》 本书介绍了水是如何在阳光的作用下绕着地球循环流动的.
《我的光 》本书解答了阳光怎样为地球带来生命,又如何为人类提供电能的问题.
Book Titles:
Living Sunlight How Plants Bring The Earth To Life Living 生命之光: 植物如何养育世间生命
Buried Sunlight: How Fossil Fuels Have Changed the Earth 深埋的阳光: 化石燃料如何改变地球
Ocean Sunlight: How Tiny Plants Feed the Seas 海中阳光: 微小植物如何"哺育"海洋
Rivers of Sunlight: How the Sun Moves Water Around the Earth 河流之光: 太阳如何推动水的循环
My Light: How Sunlight Becomes Electricity 我的光: 阳光如何转化为电能
By Penny Chisholm and Molly Bang, Illustrated by Molly Bang, Hardcover, Simplified Chinese characters, 35-43 pages/book, 11.3"x9.3"
