| The Science Behind Track and Field Contributor(s): Amstutz, Lisa J. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1491481625 ISBN-13: 9781491481622 Publisher: Capstone Press OUR PRICE: $8.09 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: January 2016 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - Anatomy & Physiology - Juvenile Nonfiction | Sports & Recreation - Track & Field - Juvenile Nonfiction | Sports & Recreation - Olympics |
| Dewey: 613.71 |
| Lexile Measure: 820 |
| Series: Science of the Summer Olympics |
| Physical Information: 0.2" H x 6.5" W x 8.8" (0.20 lbs) 32 pages |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 179648 Reading Level: 5.0 Interest Level: Middle Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Behind every long stride, high-flying pole vault, and perfectly controlled discus throw, science is at work. As a high jumper takes off, potential energy is converted into kinetic energy. A discus thrower builds up momentum while spinning. Find out how science is involved in Olympic track and field events and how athletes take science into account in their quest for the gold medal. |
Contributor Bio(s): Amstutz, Lisa J.: - Lisa Amstutz is the author of seven science books for children, one adult nonfiction title and many magazine and newspaper articles. Her educational background includes a B.A. in Biology and an M.S. in Environmental Science/Ecology. Lisa taught outdoor education for several years and still enjoys sharing her love of nature with children. Lisa lives on a six-acre hobby farm in rural Ohio with her husband and four children. |