Science of Race Cars: Studying Forces and Motion (Library Binding) (ISBN-13: 9781624039638)

In this engaging title, young readers learn about the moving form of energy that is motion! The relationship of mass and acceleration is explained, as are the forces of downforce, updraft, friction, inertia, centripetal force, and the role of aerodynamics in managing these forces. These properties are illustrated by the running of car races. Colorful infographics make internal combustion, mass and acceleration, and centripetal force easily accessible, and prominent contributors such as Junior Johnson and Sir Isaac Newton are featured. A fun experiment with friction brings the science of motion to life! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Author: Karen Kenney
ISBN-10: 1624039634
ISBN-13: 9781624039638
Publisher: Checkerboard Library
Language: English
Published: 12/15/2015
Pages: 32
Format: Library Binding
Weight: 0.50lbs
Size: 7.90h x 7.80w x 0.30d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 4.8
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 180183 / Science of Race Cars: Studying Forces and Motion


Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 04/01/2016 pg. 82
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2016 pg. 165 - Below Average, With Minor Flaw