A gentle introduction for budding scientists, engineers and other STEM/STEAM enthusiasts (ages 6 and up) on the benefits of clean renewable energy like solar and wind power in a town where wild weather (like storms) is happening.
With a young female protagonist, this book weaves real world vocabulary into a solution-oriented story.
The squirrels are always close by with a funny line or action to keep the story light.
It shows the importance of: asking questions getting good answers using your imagination working together trying new things experimenting planting trees helping the environment.
It illustrates how global warming works and the science behind it.
The Why-entist's uncle is the protagonist as he cuts down trees and his business creates a lot of greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide.
The Why-entist talks him into experimenting with the new solar and wind technology and he is surprised at how well it works.
The whole town goes green with clean energy and planting trees, and their good weather returns.
The Why-entist is a good role model for young girls with an interest in science, but all children will benefit from the theme Ask Imagine Act which is a message in all of the Ask-A-Lot Kids books.
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