Science of Dinosaurs
Starting with little more than bones and rock, scientists have pieced together an amazing array of details about the lives of dinosaurs. The Science of Dinosaursdigs into the science behind…
Super-Awesome Science
Scientific principles and concepts underlie the world's most fascinating subjects. From dinosaurs that lived millions of years ago to today's hottest movies and music, anything you can think of has scientific reasons for why and how it works. Using easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful diagrams, Super-Awesome Science shows readers how chemistry, physics, and biology bring technology, pop culture, and the natural world to life. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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Science of Movies
From turning sounds and images into digital signals and back again to tricking the brain into seeing things that do not exist, movies involve a wide array of scientific concepts.The Science…
Science of Music
Whether it's the soulful sounds of a saxophone solo or the sharp rhythm of a rock band, the principles of acoustics allow us to enjoy the music we love. The Science of Music explores the…
Science of Speed
Humans have always striven to push speed to the limit. Each mode of transportation brings new possibilities and challenges. The Science of Speedexplores the science behind speed on land, in…
Science of Sports
What makes the best athletes excel? The Science of Sportsexamines how athletes master techniques that are rooted in the laws of physics, chemistry, and psychology in order to become the best.
Science of Superheroes
Superhero stories may be fictional, but many are based in scientific principles. The Science of Superheroesexamines the science that comic book and movie-script writers build upon when…
Science of Survival
From the scorching dunes of the Sahara Desert to the crushing depths of the Mariana Trench, our world contains many inhospitable landscapes. The Science of Survivalexplores the amazing…
Science of Warriors
Civilizations have always used scientific and technological advancements to gain an edge against rival nations. The Science of Warriorsexplores the science behind some of the most influential