roller coasters

Twelve people set aside their fears and ride a roller coaster, including one who has never done so before.

Looks at twenty spectacular American roller coasters of the late 1990s.

Explores how applied physics relates to the design and construction of roller coasters. Describes the physical dynamics of a roller coaster, explaining the role of potential and kinetic energy, friction, gravity, momentum and acceleration. Also introduces how the inertial effects, known as G forces, give roller coaster riders a thrilling experience.

Discusses the history of the amusement park ride known as the roller coaster.

"Violet and Noah's village is celebrating the new amusement park opening in town. Everyone is enjoying the fun rides and tasty food. But when Noah spots a rainbow griefer in the village carrying blocks of TNT, the celebration suddenly stops. Before the townspeople can do anything about the dangerous interloper, the roller coaster explodes! The accident with the roller coaster is blamed on Noah and Violet's frequent enemy, Daniel. The duo must stop Daniel and his new crop of rainbow griefers before they do anymore damage to the village, or the world of Minecraft. Things get tricky when Noah and Violet get a message from an old friend who needs their help"--Back cover.

"Strap into a harness and prepare for a wild ride! Roller coasters offer steep hills, wide turns, and incredible speeds. Curious readers will find information on the history of roller coasters, the materials used to build them, and the science behind the speed"--Provided by the publisher.

Discusses the science behind roller coasters and includes instructions for readers to build their own from household materials.

Describes different kinds of roller coasters, their history, and how they operate, and gives examples of each type.

Carefully leveled text and vibrant photographs introduce early readers the science and engineering behind the Kingda Ka roller coaster.

"Ava's father is so proud to reopen Ursula's Funland. But when creepy incidents threaten to shut down the park, Ava is determined to save the park for her dad. Will she be able to find the ghost haunting the Howler roller coaster and convince it to leave?"--Provided by publisher.