The Book of Wildly Spectacular Sports Science: 54 All-Star Experiments

by Sean Connolly and Dashka Slater

Book Overview

Why does a knuckleball flutter? Why do belly flops hurt so much? Why would a quarterback prefer a deflated football? Here are 54 all-star experiments that demonstrate the scientific principles powering a wide variety of sports and activities--and offer insights that can help you improve your own athletic skills. How does a black belt karate chop her way through a stack of bricks? Use Popsicle sticks to understand why it's possible and learn the role...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0761189289
• ISBN13: 9780761189282
• Release Date: November 2016
• Publisher: Workman Publishing
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 5.7" x 9.1"
• Age Range: 9 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 7