The Science of Basketball

Sports Science

Executing a dunk in a National Basketball League game takes a lot of practice. It also takes a lot of science! Readers discover the many areas of science that can be seen in action during a basketball game, including physics and biology. They also explore the ways science, technology, engineering, and math come together in the world of basketball. Colorful photographs, fact-filled sidebars, and helpful graphic organizers keep readers engaged as they explore basic STEM curriculum topics in a fresh way. Readers will be eager to visit the basketball court and see science in action after turning the final page.

RL
Grades
4-5
IL
Grades
4-6
Details:
Product type:
ISBN: 978-1-4994-1064-8
Author: Norman D. Graubart
Copyright: 2016
Reading Level: Grades 4-5
Interest Level: Grades 4-6
Lexile: 990L
Dimensions: 7 1/8" x 8 1/2"