| High-Tech Sports Contributor(s): Adamson, Thomas K. (Author), Frederick, Shane (Author), Slade, Suzanne Buckingham (Author) |
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ISBN: 1429699574 ISBN-13: 9781429699570 Publisher: Capstone Press OUR PRICE: $124.07 Product Type: Library Binding - Other Formats Published: January 2013 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Sports & Recreation - General |
| Series: High-Tech Sports |
| Physical Information: 1.2" H x 6.4" W x 9.3" (2.15 lbs) 192 pages |
| Themes: - Curriculum Strand - Hi Interest/Low Vocabulary |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: STEM support created for sports fanatics Modern technology has revolutionized how sports are played. State of the art training improves athlete performance. Instant replays add new dimension to the game. Everything from the grip of a ball to the way coaches track stats has been improved to deliver the best sports experience possible. High Tech Sports leads readers through the game changing technology and engineering that is integral in sports today. Produced in partnership with Sports Illustrated KIDS. |
Contributor Bio(s): Adamson, Thomas K.: - Thomas K. Adamson has written dozens of nonfiction books for kids on sports, space, math, and more. He lives in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, with his wife and two sons. He likes reading and playing ball with his boys. He also likes to check scores and stats on his phone.Frederick, Shane: - Shane Frederick has been writing about sports since he worked for his high school newspaper in Wisconsin. He currently covers college hockey and other sports for The Free Press newspaper in Mankato, Minnesota, and has won awards for his stories from the Associated Press and the Society of Professional Journalists. He is also the author of several sports books, including The Best of Everything Football Book and The Ultimate Guide to Pro Football Teams. A graduate of the University of St. Thomas, Shane lives in Mankato with his wife, Sara, their three children, Ben, Jack, and Lucy, and their dog, Molly.Slade, Suzanne Buckingham: - Suzanne Slade is the author of 100 books for children, including many titles on science topics. Suzanne holds a Mechanical Engineering degree, and has worked on Delta IV rockets and car braking systems before beginning her writing career. She lives in a suburb of Chicago with her husband and two children. |