Makerspace Projects for Understanding Newton's Laws of Motion

Makerspace Projects for Understanding Newton's Laws of Motion
Author: Barbara M. Linde
Publisher:
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2020
Genre: Makerspaces
ISBN: 9781725311800

In this detailed guide to Newton's laws of motion, readers will be encouraged to take learning into their own hands with three engaging makerspace projects. Young scientists will gain an understanding of the importance of these principles in scientific endeavors and in everyday life. They'll also learn about Sir Isaac Newton and how he discovered the laws of motion. Detailed instructions and colorful photographs will help students complete the projects and make connections with the new information they are learning.

How to Catch a Turkey

How to Catch a Turkey
Author: Adam Wallace
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
Total Pages: 35
Release: 2018-09-04
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1492695378

A New York Times Bestseller! From the bestselling How to Catch series comes a festive turkey tale and Thanksgiving book for kids! A turkey is running loose in a school right before a Thanksgiving play. Can YOU help catch it so the show can go on? Follow along as students turn their school upside down trying to catch the turkey, ending with a twist that ensures no turkeys are harmed (or eaten!). This hilariously zany children's picture book combines STEAM concepts and traps with a silly story and fun illustrations, perfect for starting a new fall family tradition this autumn or giving as a Thanksgiving gift for kids ages 4 and up! Thanksgiving time is here again, but there's a turkey on the run! Can you catch this tricky bird before the school play has begun? Also in the How to Catch Series: How to Catch a Unicorn How to Catch the Easter Bunny How to Catch an Elf How to Catch a Monster How to Catch a Leprechaun and more!

The Science of Figure Skating

The Science of Figure Skating
Author: Jason D. Vescovi
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 144
Release: 2018-04-24
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1315387727

The Science of Figure Skating is the first book to provide an evidence-based and comprehensive reference for the scientific underpinnings of this complex Olympic sport, where early specialization presents unique challenges for coaches and athletes alike. Drawing on cutting-edge research and featuring contributions from leading academics and practitioners, the book covers key topics of health, training and high performance in figure skating, including: Physiological demands Nutrition and hydration Training methods Psychology and mental performance Novel issues relating to performance such as travel and jet lag Technological innovation Effectively and succinctly applying theory to practice, The Science of Figure Skating is a valuable resource on integrating sport science concepts into training and performance. It is essential reading for any applied sport science student or researcher with an interest in winter sports, and coaches, sport science officers, nutritionists or clinicians involved in figure skating.

Fundamentals of Engineering FE Civil All-in-One Exam Guide

Fundamentals of Engineering FE Civil All-in-One Exam Guide
Author: Indranil Goswami
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 657
Release: 2018-03-23
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1260011356

This highly effective study guide offers 100% coverage of every subject on the FE Civil examThis self-study resource contains all of the information you need to prepare for and pass the challenging FE Civil exam on the first try. The book features clear explanations of every topic on the exam as well as hands-on exam strategies and accurate practice problems with fully worked solutions.Organized to follow the order of the official exam syllabus, the book includes references to the official FE Reference Handbook along with tips on how to utilize that resource during the exam itself. Written by a leading civil engineering educator and exam coach, Fundamentals of Engineering FE Civil All-in-One Exam Guide helps you pass the exam with ease.•Contains complete coverage of all objectives for the FE Civil exam•Follows the exact order of the official exam syllabus •Written by an experienced educator and researcher

I Survived the Japanese Tsunami, 2011 (I Survived #8)

I Survived the Japanese Tsunami, 2011 (I Survived #8)
Author: Lauren Tarshis
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Total Pages: 79
Release: 2013-08-27
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0545560101

The disaster felt around the world . . . Visiting his dad's hometown in Japan four months after his father's death would be hard enough for Ben. But one morning the pain turns to fear: first, a massive earthquake rocks the quiet coastal village, nearly toppling his uncle's house. Then the ocean waters rise and Ben and his family are swept away-and pulled apart-by a terrible tsunami.Now Ben is alone, stranded in a strange country a million miles from home. Can he fight hard enough to survive one of the most epic disasters of all time?

Safer Makerspaces, Fab Labs, and STEM Labs

Safer Makerspaces, Fab Labs, and STEM Labs
Author: Kenneth Russell Roy
Publisher:
Total Pages: 177
Release: 2017-09
Genre: Laboratories
ISBN: 9780692924082

Safer hands-on STEM is essential for every instructor and student. Read the latest information about how to design and maintain safer makerspaces, Fab Labs and STEM labs in both formal and informal educational settings. This book is easy to read and provides practical information with examples for instructors and administrators. If your community or school system is looking to design or modify a facility to engage students in safer hands-on STEM activities then this book is a must read!This book covers important information, such as: Defining makerspaces, Fab Labs and STEM labs and describing their benefits for student learning.· Explaining federal safety standards, negligence, tort law, and duty of care in terms instructors can understand.· Methods for safer professional practices and teaching strategies.· Examples of successful STEM education programs and collaborative approaches for teaching STEM more safely.· Safety Controls (engineering controls, administrative controls, personal protective equipment, maintenance of controls).· Addressing general safety, biological and biotechnology, chemical, and physical hazards.· How to deal with various emergency situations.· Planning and design considerations for a safer makerspace, Fab Lab and STEM lab.· Recommended room sizes and equipment for makerspaces, Fab Labs and STEM labs.· Example makerspace, Fab Lab and STEM lab floor plans.· Descriptions and pictures of exemplar makerspaces, Fab Labs and STEM labs.· Special section answering frequently asked safety questions!

High Tide in Hawaii

High Tide in Hawaii
Author: Mary Pope Osborne
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 98
Release: 2010-06-15
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0375894853

The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system! Catch the wave! That's what Jack and Annie do when the Magic Tree House whisks them back to a Hawaiian island of long ago. They learn how to surf and have a great time—until strange things start happening. Jack and Annie soon discover the cause: A tidal wave is headed their way! Can they help save their new friends in time? Did you know that there’s a Magic Tree House book for every kid? Magic Tree House: Adventures with Jack and Annie, perfect for readers who are just beginning chapter books Merlin Missions: More challenging adventures for the experienced reader Super Edition: A longer and more dangerous adventure Fact Trackers: Nonfiction companions to your favorite Magic Tree House adventures

A Black Hole Is Not a Hole

A Black Hole Is Not a Hole
Author: Carolyn Cinami DeCristofano
Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing
Total Pages: 82
Release: 2017-10-17
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1632896478

Budding astronomers and scientists will love this humorous introduction to the extremely complex concept of black holes. With space facts and answers about the galaxies (ours, and others) A Black Hole is NOT a Hole takes readers on a ride that will stretch their minds around the phenomenon known as a black hole. In lively and text, the book starts off with a thorough explanation of gravity and the role it plays in the formation of black holes. Paintings by Michael Carroll, coupled with real telescopic images, help readers visualize the facts and ideas presented in the text, such as how light bends, and what a supernova looks like. Back matter includes a timeline which sums up important findings discussed throughout, while the glossary and index provide a quick point of reference for readers. Children and adults alike will learn a ton of spacey facts in this far-out book that’s sure to excite even the youngest of astrophiles.

Exploring Black Holes

Exploring Black Holes
Author: Laura Hamilton Waxman
Publisher: Lerner Publications ™
Total Pages: 41
Release: 2017-08-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1541504356

What space objects can have millions of times more mass than our Sun, but they remain invisible? Black holes! Their gravity is so strong that not even light can escape. In this book, you'll learn about one of the amazing wonders of space. As part of the Searchlight BooksTM collection, this series explores outer space and sheds light on the question What's Amazing about Space? Fantastic photos, kid-friendly explanations of science concepts, and useful diagrams will help you discover the answers!

Robotics in Education

Robotics in Education
Author: Munir Merdan
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 444
Release: 2019-08-06
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3030269450

This proceedings book gathers the latest achievements and trends in research and development in educational robotics from the 10th International Conference on Robotics in Education (RiE), held in Vienna, Austria, on April 10–12, 2019. It offers valuable methodologies and tools for robotics in education that encourage learning in the fields of science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) through the design, creation and programming of tangible artifacts for creating personally meaningful objects and addressing real-world societal needs. It also discusses the introduction of technologies ranging from robotics platforms to programming environments and languages and presents extensive evaluations that highlight the impact of robotics on students’ interests and competence development. The approaches included cover the entire educative range, from the elementary school to the university level in both formal and informal settings.