The Secret Science of Sports, Jennifer Swanson
The Secret Science of Sports, Jennifer Swanson
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The Secret Science of Sports
The Math, Physics, and Mechanical Engineering Behind Every Grand Slam, Triple Axel, and Penalty Kick

Author: Jennifer Swanson

Narrator: Maria Liatis

Unabridged: 3 hr 51 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 07/20/2021

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included


Synopsis

Why does a football spiral? How do some athletes jump so high? The answer is science! The Secret Science of Sports helps kids better understand concepts of science, technology, engineering, and math through the sports they love to play and watch.
Every sport -- from baseball to basketball, to football and soccer, to wrestling, tennis, and lacrosse -- involves a bit of science, technology, engineering, and math. You can't throw a ball without Newton's Law of Motion, and you can't calculate a player's stats without math. And every type of sports equipment -- a helmet, cleats, shoulder or knee pads -- were designed with the latest engineering and technology.
The Secret Science of Sports breaks down normally difficult STEM concepts like forces of motion, gravity, algebra, and even neuroscience, in a language kids can -- and will want to -- understand. Divided into sections like chemistry, biology, physics, technology, and more, this handy guide uses examples from sports like soccer, baseball, softball, football, hockey, lacrosse, tennis, and others to explain important STEM concepts for kids ages 8 to 12. They'll learn how to use math to calculate a batter's average, why a tennis racket is shaped the way it is, how biology affects athletic performance, the aerodynamics behind competitive swimsuits, and much more. With dozens of original, captivating illustrations to engage young readers, kids will have fun while learning about key STEM ideas that will prepare them for years of schooling to come.

Author Bio

Jennifer Swanson is the award-winning author of over thirty children's books, including Brain Games, Super Gear, Astronaut-Aquanaut, and Save the Crash-test Dummies. A self-professed science geek, she started a science club in her garage when she was seven. When not researching cool STEM stuff or writing about it, she can be found walking along the beach with her husband and her dogs, looking for shells.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Stacie on January 28, 2022

If you have a child that is interested in sports, encourage them to learn more about the science behind their particular spot and how the two go together. Author and self-proclaimed science geek, Jennifer Swanson, understands science and how to explain it to kids, making it exciting and leaving them......more

Goodreads review by Suzanne on August 31, 2021

Science may not be what comes to mind when people think of sports, but our favorite pastimes wouldn't work without STEM. Without an understanding of body science athletes wouldn't know about carbo-loading to stockpile energy before an event. No technology would mean no improvements in the materials......more

Goodreads review by Miss on January 23, 2022

I am ALWAYS looking for sports books to hook my reluctant readers. The Secret Science of Sports does just that. It ties a love of sports with real-world science. The STEM concepts in this book get kids talking and excited about reading. Not only that but the range of sports allows there to be someth......more