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Wheels! Science Projects with Bicycles, Skateboards, and Skates
How do bicycle gears work? Why does it look like a skateboard sticks to a skater's feet? Readers learn all about the physics involved in their favorite wheeled sport, whether it be cycling, skating, or skateboarding. Fun ideas for science fair projects follow many of the experiments.
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Score! Sports Science Projects series. These collections of mathematics and physical science experiments use popular sports to engage middle school investigators. After general introductions to scientific methods and safety, the texts present various projects and activities, many of which illustrate how scientific data can help improve performance. Detailed instructions and color diagrams, explanations of the featured scientific principles, and suggestions for further study are included. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind., The Horn Book Guide Spring 2010
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