Force and Motion: Stop Faking It! Finally Understanding Science So You Can Teach It

by William C. Robertson

Book Overview

Intimidated by inertia? Frightened by forces? Mystified by Newton's laws of motion? You're not alone-- and help is at hand. The Stop Faking It! Series is perfect for science teachers, home-schoolers, parents wanting to help with homework-- all of you who need a jargon-free way to learn the background for teaching physical science with confidence.
With Bill Roberton as your friendly, able-- but somewhat irreverent-- guide, you will discover you CAN come to grips with the basics of force and motion. Combining easy-to-understand explanations with activities using commonly found equipment, this book will lead you through Newton's laws to the physics of space travel. The book is as entertaining as it is informative.
Best of all, the author understands the needs of adults who want concrete examples, hands-on activities, clear language, diagrams-- and yes, a certain amount of empathy.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0873552091
• ISBN13: 9780873552097
• Release Date: January 2002
• Publisher: National Science Teachers Association
• Length: 100 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.8" x 9.8"

Customer Reviews

I finally understand (a little bit)

I've never even come close to understanding even one of Newton's laws. I only made it through Physics in college because my brother-in-law is a science whiz, and I took the course over the internet. I am so happy to have come across this book though. For the first time in my life, I think I get it! Robertson's explanations address all of my (to what some people may believe) silly questions respectfully - as if I am the one who is logical for questioning and not grasping it! He explains the rationale behind the concepts in a humorous (sometimes laugh out loud) way - and I walked away wishing I could take a stab at that college physics class once more.