Books in Physical Sciences series

Developed with the cooperation of a science consultant, this book in the Primary Physical Science series is a tool to teach the physical sciences to young children. Touch It! follows science curricula and is loaded with surprising facts and hands-on activities designed to hold young readers' interest and tap into their fascination with the everyday world. Touch It! explores materials -- their color, shape, texture, size, mass, magnetism and more.

"Playing basketball requires skill, strength, agility-and physics! Get an edge on your competitors with this fascinating book, which reveals the science of the game. Discover how players who jump have to overcome gravity, how friction affects the ball when it bounces on the ground, and why the shot clock has to precisely measure time to make sure that teams shoot within 24 seconds of taking possession"--

The Physical Science series helps readers make sense of the world around them. Each book guides readers through the core components of physical science. Vibrant photos, and eye-catching diagrams, compelling sidebars, and inspiring biographies engage even the most reluctant readers. This series will inspire a new understanding of the laws of physics and how they relate to everyday life.

Kinetic energy, also known as the energy of motion, is all around us in different forms. Without it, there would be no light, heat, sound, or movement. Only when the other major type of energy, potential energy, converts to kinetic energy are we able to see, hear, and move about. Kinetic energy even works at the molecular level. Vibrating molecules produce heat, and subatomic particles called electrons can flow together to create electricity. From the basic movement of atoms producing heat to a car screeching to a stop, kinetic energy affects our everyday lives.

Motors, computers, and compasses all use magnetism to work properly. Its also an important force in electricity. Readers will be introduced to the basics of magnetism, including Earths magnetic field, attraction, and repulsion, as well as the pioneering scientists who discovered and worked with magnetism and their exciting experiments. Colorful photographs enhance each section, and fascinating fact boxes add even more detail to the curriculum-based science content. Thorough examples draw from readers experience and everyday situations to drive home important points. From electromagnetism to magnetometers, readers will definitely feel the pull of new knowledge!