sports sciences

"Readers discover the science technology, math, and engineering behind hockey. In addition to informative main text, sidebars and fact boxes are included to clarify important concepts and provide facts."--Publisher.

"Discusses the science of soccer, volleyball and other popular sports using biology, physics and engineering"--Provided by publisher.

Athleticism and hard work are central to athletic performance. Various physical forces and biomechanical factors also help determine speed, stamina, accuracy, and more. The Science and Technology of Soccer shows how science, tech, and even math shape and sometimes alter athletic achievement.

From spinning on the ice to sustaining injuries, Sports explores the basic science concepts behind the way we perform and the games we play.

"In this book, early fluent readers will discover the STEM concepts behind gymnastics, while learning about the motion and movements of the sport and the technology of athletes' clothing and gear. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the science behind this exciting Olympic event. A Take a Look! infographic aids understanding, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity helps readers learn more. Children can learn more about the science behind gymnastics using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. The Science Behind Gymnastics also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index"--Provided by the publisher.

Introduces the science of fitness and discusses how fractions and decimals are used in the training of athletes.

Contains entries that explore links between science and sports, including biographies of athletes and others involved in sports science; arranged alphabetically from M to Z, with a comprehensive general index.

Contains entries that explore links between science and sports, including biographies of athletes and others involved in sports science; arranged alphabetically from A to L, with a historical chronology.

Explains the scientific principles that come into play in a baseball game and how science has been used to improve player performance.

"Whether a marathon or a sprint, or jumping or throwing, STEM explains how it all works . . . [explores] the STEM concepts behind events from sprinting to long-distance running, and javelin to shot put"--Publisher.