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This title examines the STEM concepts that make basketball so exciting. From the physics of jump shots to the technology of computer simulations, chapters bring STEM concepts to life. The title also features sidebars on STEM in action, a glossary, and further resources.

3) Sports science and technology in the real world

Author

Slingerland, Janet

Series

STEM in the Real World

Publisher

Core Library

Pub. Date

[2017]

Lexile measure

770L

Physical Desc

48 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 24 cm.

Language

English

Description

Examines the field of sports sciences, covering its history, relevant careers, and the future of the field.

4) Sports technology

Author

Havemeyer, Janie

Series

Milestones in technology

Publisher

The Child's World

Pub. Date

[2024]

Lexile measure

760L

Physical Desc

32 pages : colour illustrations ; 24 cm.

Language

English

Description

Introduces readers to significant developments in sports technology and explores how those inventions and discoveries led to further advancements.

5) STEM in the Super Bowl

Author

Downs, Mike

Series

Publisher

SportsZone, an imprint of Abdo Publishing

Pub. Date

[2020]

Lexile measure

880L

Physical Desc

48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.

Language

English

Description

"This title introduces fans to the STEM concepts in the Super Bowl, exploring how science, technology, engineering, and math are all at play in this exciting event" --

6) STEM in the Stanley Cup

Author

Stark, Kristy

Series

Publisher

Abdo Publishing

Pub. Date

[2020]

Physical Desc

48 pages : color illustrations.; 24 cm.

Language

English

Description

STEM in the greatest sports events
SportsZONE

This title introduces fans to the STEM concepts in the Stanley Cup, exploring how science, technology, engineering, and math are all at play in this exciting event.

7) STEM in the World Cup

Author

Marquardt, Meg

Series

Publisher

Abdo Publishing

Pub. Date

[2020]

Lexile measure

810L

Physical Desc

48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.

Language

English

Description

This title introduces fans to the STEM concepts in the World Cup, exploring how science, technology, engineering, and math are all at play in this exciting event.

8) STEM in the World Series

Author

Ventura, Marne

Series

Publisher

SportsZone, an imprint of Abdo Publishing

Pub. Date

[2020]

Lexile measure

930L

Physical Desc

48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.

Language

English

Description

This title introduces fans to the STEM concepts in the World Series, exploring how science, technology, engineering, and math are all at play in this exciting event.

9) STEM in the Daytona 500

Author

Ventura, Marne

Series

Publisher

Abdo Publishing

Pub. Date

[2020]

Lexile measure

900L

Physical Desc

48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm.

Language

English

Description

From the Super Bowl to the Daytona 500, all of the greatest sports events are an impressive display of science, technology, engineering, and math. STEM in the Greatest Sports Events uncovers how weather can affect a game. It looks at the cameras and computers, the impressive design of the stadiums, and the statistics of each event. Readers will gain a better understanding of each event while learning more about STEM.

10) STEM in the Final Four

Author

Marquardt, Meg

Series

Publisher

SportsZone, an imprint of Abdo Publishing

Pub. Date

[2020]

Lexile measure

810L

Physical Desc

48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.

Language

English

Description

"This title introduces fans to the STEM concepts in the Final Four, exploring how science, technology, engineering, and math are all at play in this exciting event. The title features informative sidebars and infographics, exciting photos, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. " -- Amazon.com.

11) Football: how it works

Author

Biskup, Agnieszka

Series

Pub. Date

2010

Lexile measure

IG 880L

Physical Desc

48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.

Language

English

Description

"Describes the science behind the sport of football, including offense, defense, special teams, and arenas"--Provided by publisher.

12) Hockey: how it works

Author

Biskup, Agnieszka

Series

Pub. Date

2010

Lexile measure

IG 930L

Physical Desc

48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.

Language

English

Description

"Describes the science behind the sport of hockey, including skating, shooting, goaltending, and the rink"--Provided by publisher.

13) Sports technology

Author

Fridell, Ron

Series

Cool science

Pub. Date

2009

Lexile measure

950L

Physical Desc

48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 27 cm.

Language

English

Description

"Learn how science helps athletes stay safer, perform better, and have more fun"--P. [4] of cover.

14) Basketball: how it works

Author

Slade, Suzanne

Series

Pub. Date

2010

Lexile measure

IG 920L

Physical Desc

48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.

Language

English

Description

Sports illustrated for kids. The science of sports

"Describes the science behind the sport of basketball, including offense, defense, arenas, and trick plays"--Provided by publisher.

15) Baseball: how it works

Author

Dreier, David Louis

Series

Pub. Date

2010

Lexile measure

IG 940L

Physical Desc

48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm.

Language

English

Description

Sports Illustrated Kids. The science of sports

"Describes the science behind the sport of baseball, including offense, defense, stadiums, and individual players who have mastered the sport"--Provided by publisher.

16) Skateboarding: how it works

Author

Sohn, Emily

Series

Pub. Date

2010

Lexile measure

IG 800L

Physical Desc

48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.

Language

English

Description

"Describes the science behind the sport of skateboarding, including basic skills, tricks, skateparks, and competitions"--Provided by publisher.

17) Football Science

Author

Clausen-Grace, Nicki

Series

Bolt. Got Game

Publisher

Black Rabbit Books

Pub. Date

2018.

Lexile measure

570L

Physical Desc

31 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.

Language

English

Description

"With powerful infographics and leveled text, explores the science, technology, engineering, and math used in modern pro football"--

18) Soccer: how it works

Author

Bazemore, Suzanne

Series

Pub. Date

2010

Lexile measure

IG 900L

Physical Desc

48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.

Language

English

Description

Fretland VanVoorst, Jenny

"Describes the science behind the sport of soccer, including kicking, ball control, and goalkeeping"--Provided by publisher.

19) The science behind cycling

Author

Series

STEM in the Summer Olympics

Publisher

Pogo

Pub. Date

2020.

Lexile measure

480L

Physical Desc

24 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.

Language

English

Description

Fretland VanVoorst, Jenny

Readers will discover the STEM concepts behind cycling while learning about the forces at work in cycling events, the special designs that help athletes achieve top speeds, and the skills cyclists use to compete for gold.

20) The science behind basketball

Author

Series

STEM in the Summer Olympics

Publisher

Pogo

Pub. Date

[2020]

Lexile measure

480L

Physical Desc

24 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.

Language

English

Description