The Science of Hockey
Hockey players need speed, strength, and skill to become great. They also need science. In this volume, readers explore the many ways science is put into action on the ice. Vibrant photographs of hockey players present science concepts in a real-life setting. Readers also explore the connection between science, technology, engineering, and math in the world of hockey. Detailed sidebars and graphic organizers help explain these STEM curriculum concepts in an accessible way. The next time readers play hockey or see a National Hockey League game, they’ll have a new appreciation for the science that makes this sport possible.
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The Science of Hockey
Hockey players need speed, strength, and skill to become great. They also need science. In this volume, readers explore the many ways science is put into action on the ice. Vibrant photographs of hockey players present science concepts in a real-life setting. Readers also explore the connection between science, technology, engineering, and math in the world of hockey. Detailed sidebars and graphic organizers help explain these STEM curriculum concepts in an accessible way. The next time readers play hockey or see a National Hockey League game, they’ll have a new appreciation for the science that makes this sport possible.
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The Science of Hockey

The Science of Hockey

by Ryan Nagelhout
The Science of Hockey

The Science of Hockey

by Ryan Nagelhout

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Overview

Hockey players need speed, strength, and skill to become great. They also need science. In this volume, readers explore the many ways science is put into action on the ice. Vibrant photographs of hockey players present science concepts in a real-life setting. Readers also explore the connection between science, technology, engineering, and math in the world of hockey. Detailed sidebars and graphic organizers help explain these STEM curriculum concepts in an accessible way. The next time readers play hockey or see a National Hockey League game, they’ll have a new appreciation for the science that makes this sport possible.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781499411430
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Publication date: 07/30/2015
Series: Sports Science
Pages: 32
Product dimensions: 7.20(w) x 8.60(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range: 9 - 11 Years

Table of Contents

Smart Hockey 4

The Science of Skating 6

Stick To It 8

Big Shot 10

Rubber Rules 12

On The Curve 14

Friction Force 16

Kinds of Collisions 18

Stopping the Puck 20

Nice Ice! 22

Layers of Ice 24

A Close Shave 26

Controlling the Climate 28

Forces at Work 30

Glossary 31

Index 32

Websites 32

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