Provides an introduction to physics, explaining how skateboarders use force and motion to perform tricks, how gravity determines the path of a baseball throw, and how electricity is used to power toasters and put on rock shows.

"Get to know the universe on a different scale entirely and meet the characters that hold it all together!"--Page 4 of cover.

Explore the history of the discovery and the properties of the proton, the positively charged subatomic particle that, with the neutron, makes up an atom's nucleus.

"An elementary introduction to the physics involved in the sport of soccer, including scientific concepts such as spin and friction, and actions such as dribbling and kicking"--

Why do anchors sink but corks float? Is it magic? No! It's physical science! By combining clear overviews with enlightening photography and diagrams, this volume will ensure that students understand the basic properties and variability of solid matter.

"Why do objects fall toward the ground? What makes electric lights go on when we flip a switch? How do magnets work? The answers to these questions and many more become clear when you understand how electromagnetic force and gravitational force operate. This title looks at these forces and presents key concepts in an accessible way. Important theories and applications are presented in clear, age-appropriate language. Full-color photographs and primary...

"The wonder of light has fascinated readers for ages. Walter Wick's mesmerizing photographs paired with simple yet fascinating text and scientific observations help readers understand the secrets and complexity of light. You will learn what light is made of and how it fits alongside everything else in the world. Walter introduces readers into the mystery behind incandescence, light waves, the color spectrum and iridescence as well how we perceive...

This book introduces early readers to pulleys and how we use them everyday.