(3) K-3 Illustrated by Lucia Gaggiotti. In this third collaboration (How Did That Get in My Lunchbox?; Where Did My Clothes Come From?), informative double-page spreads explain how our homes' everyday "magic"--fueled by electricity, water, and natural gas--happens. Retro cartoons, created in mixed media, include clear diagrams that track the flow of utilities. The author's note and appended tips for saving energy reinforce a message of conservation. Ind.

Reviewer: Dorrie Karlin

(3) YA Oil and natural gas are examined for their contributions to modern life, as well as for the consequences of environmental disasters and contributions to global warming. Thorough coverage of the use and development of petroleum, the politics and science of petrochemicals, and recent controversies are included. Color photographs and diagrams contribute to the discussion. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford

(4) 4-6 Searchlight Books: What Are Energy Sources? series. The six titles in this series give basic information about each energy source, including the technology of how the energy is harnessed and the pros and cons of each source. Doeden's writing is choppy as he explains complex concepts in simple terms (with some generalizations); stock photos, captions, and diagrams help illuminate the concepts. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Searchlight Book: What Are Energy Sources? titles: Finding Out About Coal, Oil, and Natural Gas, Finding Out About Geothermal Energy, Finding Out About Hydropower, Finding Out About Nuclear Energy, Finding Out About Solar Energy, and Finding Out About Wind Energy.

Reviewer: Maeve Visser Knoth