Age
8-11
Grade
3-6
Karen Kenney
Science of Roller Coasters: Understanding Energy
Library Binding
(Abdo Publishing Dec. 15, 2015)
In this engaging title, young readers learn about different forms of energy! Different forms of energy such a potential and kinetic are explained, as are gravity, acceleration, velocity, g-forces, and centripetal force. These properties are illustrated by the design and operation of roller coasters. Colorful infographics make joules and shifting energy easily accessible, and prominent contributors such as LaMarcus Thompson are featured. A fun experiment with potential and kinetic energy brings the science of energy to life! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
- Series
- Science in Action
- ISBN
- 1624039642 / 9781624039645
- Pages
- 32
- Weight
- 13.4 oz.
- Dimensions
- 8.0 x 0.2 in.
Enjoy reading Science of Roller Coasters: Understanding Energy? You may also like these books
-
W
Karen L. Kenney
National Geographic Kids Everything World War I: Dig in With Thrilling Photos and Fascinating Facts
Paperback (National Geographic Children's Books Sept. 9, 2014) -
W
Karen Kenney
Stephen Hawking: Extraordinary Theoretical Physicist
Library Binding (Core Library Sept. 1, 2014) -
Z
Karen L. Kenney
Girls Play to Win: Skiing & Snowboarding
Library Binding (Norwood House Pr July 30, 2010) -
Y
Neil Ardley, Hayward Art Group, Janos Marffy, Arthur Tims
Sound and Music
Library Binding (Franklin Watts Oct. 1, 1984)
