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Teachers of Future theoretical physicist and Nobel Prize recipient Albert Einstein thought he would amount to nothing. "Everybody is a genius," he said. "But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its life believing that it is stupid." Einstein noted that creativity and deep-thinking were humans' most powerful tools. He is responsible for the general theory of relativity and so much more. This title includes primary sources,...
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Riders plummet toward the ground on drop towers. Motion simulators trick the brain into thinking the body is on a thrilling ride. From pendulum rides to roller coasters, science explains how it all works. The Science of Amusement Parks reveals the fascinating ways that science is at work in popular amusement park rides. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents,...
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People reach for the sky as they swoop back and forth on swings. Friends spin each other dizzy on merry-go-rounds. From slides to monkey bars and seesaws, science explains how it all works. The Science of Playgrounds reveals the fascinating ways that science is at work in popular playground equipment. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics,...
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People race down snowy hills on sleds. Friends pack snow into snow into snow people or snowballs. From skiing and snowboarding to snowmobiling, science explains how it all works. The Science of Snow Fun reveals the fascinating ways that science is at work in popular winter activities. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional...
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A disc seems to float as it spins through the air. Trampolines let people leap to thrilling heights. From playing catch to playing with hula hoops, bubbles, and jump ropes, science explains how it all works. The Science of Backyard Fun reveals the fascinating ways that science is at work in popular yard games and toys. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents,...
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Two-time Nobel Prize winner Marie Curie accomplished amazing things in both chemistry and physics. This once Polish girl overcame all odds to be one of the most well-respected women in science. This title includes primary sources, sidebars, prompts and activities, charts and graphs, and much more. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.
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Stephen Hawking is one of the world's most celebrated and inspiring physicists, known for his theories on relativity, black holes, and quantum mechanics. He wrote the bestseller A Brief History of Time to explain a range of cosmology topics to the general public.
72) T is for Time
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T is for a Time Alphabet uses poetry and expository text to explore the concept of time, from explaining basic units of measurement to showcasing important scientific achievements. Topics include famous inventors (Albert Einstein and John Harrison) and important structures and landmarks (Kulkulkan Pyramid and Big Ben). Budding scientists will discover what world-famous stone structure is believed to be an early calendar, follow the voyages of explorer...
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In this title, examine the life of accomplished physics researcher and experimentalist Chien-Shiung Wu. Readers will enjoy digging into Wu's personal story, beginning with her childhood in China where her father encouraged her curiosity and interest in science. Students can trace Wu's success from her education at the University of California–Berkeley, where she met physics giants Oppenheimer, Fermi, and Segre, to her secret involvement with the...
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This book discusses the science behind various elements of ice hockey, particularly a slap shot. The chapters examine case studies of famous sports moments, explain how the athletes perform these actions, and document the history of how scientists, doctors, and coaches have been working to make these sports safer. Sidebars include thought-provoking trivia. Questions in the backmatter ask for text-dependent analysis. A timeline provides history, key...
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This book discusses the science behind various elements of football, particularly a spiral. The chapters examine case studies of famous sports moments, explain how the athletes perform these actions, and document the history of how scientists, doctors, and coaches have been working to make these sports safer. Sidebars include thought-provoking trivia. Questions in the backmatter ask for text-dependent analysis. A timeline provides history, key developments,...
77) Circuits
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What are circuits? Why are they so important? How do they affect our lives every day? Students will find out the answers to these questions and more as they read through the engaging pages of this e-book. Fun facts and high-interest text paired with colorful images and graphics fill the pages of this e-book to keep students interested from cover to cover! A "Think Like a Scientist" activity that supports STEM instruction is included at the end of...
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Have you ever wondered how the universe began? Growing up, Brian Greene's father taught him to think about the world in different ways. Greene was curious about how it all worked. He set out to find answers to big science questions. At Harvard University, Greene studied physics and was named a Rhodes Scholar, an honor only the most gifted students receive. He was fascinated by the new theories explaining the universe, but he wanted to share his fascination...
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This book discusses the science behind various elements of ice-skating, particularly a triple axel. The chapters examine case studies of famous sports moments, explain how the athletes perform these actions, and document the history of how scientists, doctors, and coaches have been working to make these sports safer. Sidebars include thought-provoking trivia. Questions in the backmatter ask for text-dependent analysis. A timeline provides history,...
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This book discusses the science behind various elements of downhill skiing, particularly the carve turn. The chapters examine case studies of famous sports moments, explain how the athletes perform these actions, and document the history of how scientists, doctors, and coaches have been working to make these sports safer. Sidebars include thought-provoking trivia. Questions in the backmatter ask for text-dependent analysis. A timeline provides history,...