science

Explores the science behind ice hockey.

"Have you ever wondered how a basketball player is able to masterfully dribble the ball or skillfully shoot it into the hoop? Science gives us the answers. Readers will see how science is at play, in basketball and in the real world. Through the detailed main text, they will enhance their appreciation for the sport and the dedication it takes to master the movements required to win games"--OCLC.

"Readers learn about the science behind throwing the perfect curveball in this . . . look at baseball. They'll discover how momentum is used by players when throwing a baseball and hitting a baseball with a bat. These examples of science in action, along with many others, are presented alongside . . . diagrams. Informative fact boxes, graphic organizers, and a detailed glossary add . . . insight into this high-interest topic. Full-color photographs help readers visualize the science of playing baseball and add an exciting element to this guide on basic physics concepts"--Provided by publisher.

"The year is 2421. Awkward and shy, Pepper buries herself in the universe of the classic fictional superhero Supernova to avoid dealing with the perils of the 9th grade. But then fate intervenes when Pepper encounters a strange cat named Mister McKittens and stumbles into a volatile science experiment run by a sinister substitute teacher named Doctor Killian"--Provided by publisher.

A collection of thirty science projects using LEGO bricks. Includes notes for parents and teachers.

Explores the science behind swimming.

"Choose between three unbelievable science statements to identify the true wow fact from the fallacies-- and then learn the why and how behind the wow! But that's not all! After each round, tackle a STEM-based challenge using a few household items and a lot of creativity"--Back cover.

Provides an overview of the scientific method and includes material lists and step-by-step instructions for five experiments on soil. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

Provides an overview of the scientific method and includes material lists and step-by-step instructions for five experiments on sound. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

Provides an overview of the scientific method and includes material lists and step-by-step instructions for five experiments on states of matter. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.