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KASHIRI, RUDO

 
9798999620330: Play Smart! The Science Behind Soccer and Tennis: A STEM Story About Sports Physics

Synopsis

What makes a soccer ball curve through the air, and why does topspin change the way a tennis ball moves?
A Fast-Paced STEM Adventure in Sports
Join Nouria as she uncovers the hidden science behind soccer and tennis with help from Ambuya and her coaches. Every kick, bounce, spin, and swing becomes a hands-on lesson in physics that connects sports to the world of STEM.
Through exciting game moments and easy-to-understand explanations, readers learn how force, motion, energy, and spin shape every play on the field and court.
This book is a great choice for sports-loving kids who enjoy active learning and real-world science.
What Kids Will Learn

  • How force affects speed and distance
  • Why gravity changes a ball’s path
  • What trajectory means
  • How spin and the Magnus effect make balls curve
  • How energy transfers during movement
  • How angle, speed, and spin work together
Inside the Book
  • Sports-based physics concepts
  • Kid-friendly explanations with no heavy jargon
  • Soccer and tennis scenarios kids recognize
  • STEM activity extension
  • Action-filled illustrations
For Parents & Educators
Great for:
  • NGSS-aligned STEM learning
  • Sports science enrichment
  • Physics introductions for upper elementary readers
  • Connecting science to everyday activities kids love
Supports STEM learning and NGSS science practices through storytelling, observation, questioning, and hands-on exploration.

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