In swimming, there are multiple scientific concepts at play, such as density, gravity, momentum, and buoyancy. Readers learn about these concepts and more with this engaging guide to the science behind swimming. Useful diagrams display how to execute the perfect push-off from the wall of a pool, how to swim successful strokes, and how to do a cannonball. Informative fact boxes, helpful graphic organizers, and full-color photographs provide additional information. Readers will be thrilled by visual examples of science concepts in action. This high-interest approach to science curriculum topics will resonate with young readers.
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December 15, 2020 -
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OverDrive Read
- ISBN: 9781534535756
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April 1, 2021
Grades 2-4 Is this a manual of swimming tips? A series of suggested science demonstrations with brief explanations? Yes and yes! As she promises with the title, Dufresne uses basic swimming and diving techniques to guide readers through an exploration of scientific concepts such as force, buoyancy, gravity, density, the effect of surface area on floatation, friction, drag, and more. The scientific and swimming aspects are woven together neatly, providing basic explanations for different techniques and effects in the water. Photos of energetic child swimmers against colorful backgrounds serve as more than decoration, as simple diagrams are often built around them to further clarify the scientific concepts discussed in the text. Young swimmers, scientists, and especially both will find many points of interest in this entry in the Play Smart series (6 titles).COPYRIGHT(2021) Booklist, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
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April 1, 2021
Gr 2-4-Teachers looking for ways to interest students in science concepts will be happy to see this series. Readers learn about the transfer of energy from a baseball hitting the sweet spot of a bat and how friction between skates and ice slows down hockey players. Action photos have helpful labels or additional details in handy text boxes, while diagrams illustrate points like differences in air pressure that create backspin on tennis balls or basketballs. Math concepts such as the number of players on each team or the proper angle to launch a discus are also included. There is also a chance for readers to apply their knowledge at the end of each book. Swimming and Track and Field show more female athletes, while the other titles have a majority of males, especially the ice hockey players in Ice Hockey. VERDICT Great for applying science to real-life experiences and appealing to reluctant readers.
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