{"product_id":"fueling-curiosity-the-abcs-of-refining","title":"Fueling Curiosity: The ABCs of Refining","description":"What happens to crude oil after it comes out of the ground?\nHow do refineries turn it into gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, and hundreds of other products we rely on every day?\nFueling Curiosity: The ABCs of Refining introduces readers to the fascinating world of petroleum refining through clear explanations, approachable language, and engaging illustrations. From A is for Acid to Z is for Zeolite, each letter explores a real concept used in modern refineries, helping demystify an industry that quietly powers everyday life.\nDesigned for children, families, educators, and curious adults, this book balances friendly storytelling with real engineering principles. A special “Beyond the ABCs” section dives deeper for parents and educators, explaining how refinery decisions involve tradeoffs between cost, efficiency, and production.\nWhether you’re reading aloud, exploring STEM topics, or simply wondering how fuel gets from the earth to your engine, this book offers a thoughtful and accurate window into one of the most complex industrial systems in the world.\nBecause understanding how things work is the first step toward building what comes next.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: B0GP1XS7KW\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: BVV.B0GP1XS7KW.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Bloomquist, Taylor\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact  including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43608255332413,"sku":"BVV.B0GP1XS7KW.G","price":10.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/4225\/9261\/files\/B0GP1XS7KW-0.jpg?v=1789160531","url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/fueling-curiosity-the-abcs-of-refining","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}