Sports Science

The worlds of science and sports come together in very exciting ways! From the velocity of a fastball to the way gravity acts on the body of a gymnast, sports are a perfect way to see science in action. Readers discover the science, technology, math, and engineering behind a variety of athletic feats. In addition to informative main text, sidebars and fact boxes are included to clarify important concepts and provide fun facts about each sport. Detailed, full-color photographs show the connection between science and sports in a way that will engage readers.

• Topics incorporated throughout each book support STEM curricula

• High-interest subject matter introduces science concepts in real-world settings that readers can relate to

• Graphic organizers are included in each book to enhance readers' understanding of complex science concepts and their application in the world of sports

• Supports the Next Generation Science Standards by teaching students the methods and tools used by scientists to explore and understand their environments, using relatable examples to teach students how data is gathered and interpreted, how observations are made, and how experiments are conducted