Forces and motion in the real world (Science in the Real World (Core Library)) by Muldoon, Kathleen M

Forces and motion in the real world (Science in the Real World (Core Library))
by Muldoon, Kathleen M

(#0939DF2)

Hardcover (library binding) Core Library, 2013

Price: USD 25.00

Description: 48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color); 24 cm.
Dewey: 530; Audience: Upper Elementary; Reading Level: 5.9

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Includes bibliographical references (page 47) and index. Explores the science of forces and motion, covering pushing and pulling, the laws of motion, kinetic and potential energy, and important dates in the history of physics.

From the Publisher
Forces and motion are everywhere! This book uses real-world examples to bring the concepts of force and motion to life in an approachable way. Clearly-written text draws in readers with concrete examples involving familiar, everyday things, from the Hubble Telescope to a game of tug-of-war. The book covers the history of and key figures in the understanding of force and motion, including Galileo, Albert Einstein, and Stephen Hawking. Major concepts covered include Newton's Laws of Motion, friction, gravity, electromagnetism, weight, and momentum. Full-color photos, a glossary, an index, sidebars, primary source documents, and other creative content enhance the book. It also includes prompts and activities that directly engage students in developing the reading, writing, and critical thinking skills promoted by the Common Core standards. This well-researched title has a credentialed content consultant and aligns with Common Core and state standards. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Product Details
  • Publisher: Core Library
  • Publication Date: January 1, 2013
  • Format: Hardcover (library binding)
  • Series: Science in the real world
  • Dewey: 530
  • Classifications: Nonfiction
  • Description: 48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm.
  • ISBN-10: 1-61783-740-7
  • ISBN-13: 978-1-61783-740-1
  • Follett Number: 0939DF2
  • Reading Level: 5.9
  • Audience: Upper Elementary