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1) Martial arts
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There is definitely an art to performing karate, tae kwon do, and judo. These martial arts take patience, practice, and strength to learn. But in addition to art, theres also science behind how the skills learned in martial arts work! In this book, young martial artists discover how the laws of physics apply to their sport.
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"Why does a curveball curve? Why is it sometimes better to slide into a base than to run to it? How can baseball players avoid common injuries? As readers discover the science behind baseball, they find the answers to these and many more questions about the sport thats often called Americas pastime. Fun fact boxes, informative sidebars, and action-packed photographs give readers an exciting look at the way common areas of science are applied in baseball...
4) Gymnastics
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Gymnasts seem to defy the laws of physics when they twist in the arm, balance themselves on one hand, or fly across the floor in back handsprings. The truth is that they're using the laws of physics to their advantage-and they're incredibly strong and skilled! In this book, young gymnasts can learn the science behind their skills, including the laws of motion and gravity. Friendly characters, including a cute robot, help explain both how gymnastics...
5) Soccer
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Why does a ball fall to the ground after it's kicked? That might not be what's going through a soccer player's head during a game, but it's certainly part of playing soccer! Gravity and forces are important parts of playing soccer, and understanding them could make you a better player. This colorful volume breaks down these concepts and more for young scientists and athletes looking to take their science and soccer games to the next level. Including...
6) Basketball
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Any professional athlete will tell you that there's tons of science in the sport they play. But kids who just enjoy playing basketball in their backyard or on a school team may not realize it yet! This book helps readers make the connection between physical science and a sport they love to play. It breaks down key science concepts while also explaining how they apply to basketball skills like dribbling. A loveable robot character and relatable kids...
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There are many amazing sights to be seen in the sky. In the daytime there may be unusual cloud formations, rainbows and moonbows. At night you might see a comet, meteorites, or the Aurora Borealis. The Science Behind Wonders in the Sky looks at some of these phenomena, explaining how and why they occur.
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If readers have ever wondered how soccer players "bend it like Beckham," they'll enjoy this unique look at the science behind the world's most popular sport. Detailed text, fact boxes, sidebars, and diagrams help readers understand the many ways scientific concepts are applied on the soccer field. Readers also learn how scientific knowledge is put to use along with the other areas of STEM – technology, engineering, and math – to help soccer players...
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In order to execute amazing tumbling passes and stick the perfect landing, gymnasts need proper training and a lot of practice. They also need to understand the science behind what they're doing on the mat and in the air. Readers are introduced to the areas of STEM-science, technology, engineering, and math-that help gymnasts perform at their best, including the ways engineers have created safer equipment and the ways technology is being used to reduce...
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Lacrosse is quickly becoming one of the most popular sports played by young men and women in North America. In order to fully understand this exciting sport and play it safely and successfully, it helps to have a strong understanding of the science behind it. Readers discover the ways science, technology, engineering, and math are used together on the lacrosse field. This engaging take on familiar STEM topics is sure to delight readers who are sports...
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Physics explains how an ice hockey player scores a goal. Biology explains why certain exercises help hockey players become better and stronger. Math is used to calculate the exact measurement of different kinds of hockey rinks. Engineers use technology to create the safest equipment for hockey players. Readers see how these areas of STEM come together in a hockey game, and they're sure to enjoy this unique look at common science curriculum topics....
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Science isn't just used in a laboratory or a classroom-it's necessary on the basketball court, too! Slam-dunks, quick passes, and jump shots are only possible because of science, and readers discover why as they explore the ways physics, biology, and other areas of science are applied in the game of basketball. As readers take in details from fact boxes, sidebars, and diagrams, they see the importance of science, technology, engineering, and math-also...
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