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The Book of Wildly Spectacular Sports Science by Sean Connolly

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54 thrilling and informative hands-on experiments for young scientists and sports fans alike, illustrating the physics principles in favorite sports from baseball to frisbee.

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The Book of Wildly Spectacular Sports Science by Sean Connolly

54 thrilling and informative hands-on experiments for young scientists and sports fans alike, illustrating the physics principles in favorite sports from baseball to frisbee.
An engaging introduction to the principles of physics using well-chosen examples from the world of sportsFor each sport science example, a simple do-it-yourself experiment (demonstration) is outlined which brings the applicable physics theory to life. Young curious readers will enjoy this book. Adults in the NFL head office might benefit from the section on deflated footballs. JOHN URSCHEL, NFL offensive lineman and PhD candidate in mathematics at MIT The chatty tone, clear scientific explanations, and broad range of athletics discussed mean there s something here for just about every kind of sports fan. Publishers Weekly Sports enthusiasts will find it entertaining, and science teachers could use examples to spice up their presentations. Worth the purchase just to learn the most effective angle to skip a stone across a water surface. Kirkus Reviews"
Sean Connolly is the author of The Book of Totally Irresponsible Science, The Book of Potentially Catastrophic Science, The Book of Perfectly Perilous Math, and other books for children. He is the father of three, and loves doing science experiments with his kids.
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ISBN 13 9780761189282
ISBN 10 0761189289
Title The Book of Wildly Spectacular Sports Science
Author Sean Connolly
Series Irresponsible Science Ser
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Workman Publishing
Year published 2016-11-29
Number of pages 256
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.