Sports Science: 40 Goal-Scoring, High-Flying, Medal-Winning Experiments for Kids [Paperback]

Jim Wiese (Author), Ed Shems (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 31, 2002 | Age Level: 8 and up | Grade Level: 3 and up

Dive headfirst into the science behind sports----and come up a winner!
* Have you ever wondered if there's a secret to stopping a soccer ball, why ice skates have metal blades, or how a boat can sail into the wind?
* Would you like to learn to balance like a gymnast, how to improve your free-throw ability, or how to swim like a shark?
* Are you looking for exciting ideas for your next science fair project?


If you answered "Yes" to any of these questions, then Sports Science is for you! From basketball to biking to snowboarding and more, you'll discover the science behind all your favorite sports. Dozens of fun-filled activities help you see for yourself how a batter can hit a 90-mile-an-hour pitch, why a "spiral" is the best way to throw a football, how the surface of a ball affects its bounce, and much, much more. All of the projects are safe and easy to do, and all you need is everyday stuff from around the house. So take the plunge and get ready for Sports Science fun!

Editorial Reviews

Review

"...it would make a good gift for most children..." (www. Family 2000, 4 September 2002)

From the Back Cover

Dive headfirst into the science behind sports——and come up a winner!

• Have you ever wondered if there’s a secret to stopping a soccer ball, why ice skates have metal blades, or how a boat can sail into the wind?
• Would you like to learn to balance like a gymnast, how to improve your free-throw ability, or how to swim like a shark?
• Are you looking for exciting ideas for your next science fair project?

If you answered "Yes" to any of these questions, then Sports Science is for you! From basketball to biking to snowboarding and more, you’ll discover the science behind all your favorite sports. Dozens of fun-filled activities help you see for yourself how a batter can hit a 90-mile-an-hour pitch, why a "spiral" is the best way to throw a football, how the surface of a ball affects its bounce, and much, much more. All of the projects are safe and easy to do, and all you need is everyday stuff from around the house. So take the plunge and get ready for Sports Science fun!

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 1st edition (May 31, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471442585
• ISBN-13: 978-0471442585
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #420,390 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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