Fueling Curiosity: The ABCs of Refining

What happens to crude oil after it comes out of the ground?
How do refineries turn it into gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, and hundreds of other products we rely on every day?

Fueling 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.
Designed 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.

Whether 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.

Because understanding how things work is the first step toward building what comes next.

Ages 1 - 18 years