{"product_id":"9781554077496","title":"Wind Power","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA beginner's guide to wind power and an invitation to experiment with wind and its potential as an energy source.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eWind-powered generators are now used worldwide as a reliable source of \"green\" energy. How does wind create power? What is wind? What scientific characteristics make pinwheels, windmills and wind turbines spin? What makes them turn faster and more efficiently? Will we ever see a day when every home is powered by its own wind generator? This new book answers these critical questions and many more in clear, non-technical language.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWind Power\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e provides 20 unique projects for youth that use, adapt and illustrate the power of the wind. Artist Clive Dobson provides a basic scientific understanding of wind power and the ways in which it can be harnessed for vital tasks that require energy.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe book encourages young readers to experiment with wind so they can experience the properties of moving air on various windmill shapes and discover through trial and error what makes them effective for toys, artwork, kinetic power and even for generating electricity.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThis ideal beginner's guide to the power of the wind offers:\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal-life examples of wind power from history and current everyday uses\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20 projects for all ages and skill levels, from a simple two-blade pinwheel to a sophisticated six-sail windmill to a modern turbine with airfoil blades\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear illustrations and photographs that complement the step-by-step construction instructions\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHands-on experience that provides a clear understanding of scientific principles\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspiration for beginners to experiment with wind\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReflections on the modern use of wind power in building a sustainable future\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe creative challenges in this compact book of projects will inspire future generations to become more self-sufficient.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clive Dobson (CA)","offers":[{"title":"Firefly Books |  Paperback \/ softback | Trade paperback (US) |  2010-10-14","offer_id":46011523432703,"sku":"9781554077496","price":12.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0329\/9075\/7001\/files\/BNCImageAPI_fb6b93b6-f116-44cd-8a08-797a8eedc0ab.jpg?v=1723063063","url":"https:\/\/riverbookshop.com\/products\/9781554077496","provider":"River Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}