"Did you know that the first electric car was invented before 1900? Readers find this and other facts about electricity in this educational and enjoyable guide to the energy that powers so much of our world. As readers explore 20 fun facts presented in clear and concise text, they chart the development of electricity-from its discovery through Thomas Edison's electric lights all the way to the electric vehicles of today. These shocking facts are presented alongside helpful graphic organizers and vibrant photographs. This learning experience is sure to spark the interest of even the most reluctant readers"-- Provided by publisher.

Includes index.

It's Electric! -- Early Electricity Experiments -- The Beginning of Batteries -- Franklin's Shocking Experiment -- A Great Inventor -- Tesla Takes the Spotlight -- Sending Messages -- Electric Cars -- Facts About Fossil Fuels -- New Kinds of Power -- Power to the People -- A Bright Future.