How Amusement Parks Work

How Amusement Parks Work
Author: Lisa Greathouse
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2009-08-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1433392933

This book will be a hit with both thrill seekers and with those who prefer to stay safely on the ground. After an introduction to Newton's three laws of motion, readers learn the mechanics of various amusement park rides including roller coasters, Ferris wheels, merry-go-rounds, and gravity rides. They learn how to measure motion, and how kinetic and potential energy apply to their favorite rides.

The Science of Amusement Parks

The Science of Amusement Parks
Author: Douglas Hustad
Publisher: ABDO
Total Pages: 51
Release: 2021-08-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 109821546X

Riders plummet toward the ground on drop towers. Motion simulators trick the brain into thinking the body is on a thrilling ride. From pendulum rides to roller coasters, science explains how it all works. The Science of Amusement Parks reveals the fascinating ways that science is at work in popular amusement park rides. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

How Amusement Parks Work

How Amusement Parks Work
Author: Lisa Greathouse
Publisher:
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2010
Genre: Amusement parks
ISBN: 9780329836825

This book will be a hit with both thrill seekers and with those who prefer to stay safely on the ground. After an introduction to Newton s three laws of motion, readers learn the mechanics of various amusement park rides including roller coasters, Ferris wheels, merry-go-rounds, and gravity rides. They learn how to measure motion, and how kinetic and potential energy apply to their favorite rides.

How Amusement Parks Work

How Amusement Parks Work
Author: Lisa Greathouse
Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2009-08-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1433392933

This book will be a hit with both thrill seekers and with those who prefer to stay safely on the ground. After an introduction to Newton's three laws of motion, readers learn the mechanics of various amusement park rides including roller coasters, Ferris wheels, merry-go-rounds, and gravity rides. They learn how to measure motion, and how kinetic and potential energy apply to their favorite rides.

How Amusement Parks Work: Read Along or Enhanced eBook

How Amusement Parks Work: Read Along or Enhanced eBook
Author: Lisa Greathouse
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2024-02-13
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN:

This book will be a hit with both thrill seekers and with those who prefer to stay safely on the ground. After an introduction to Newton’s three laws of motion, readers learn the mechanics of various amusement park rides including roller coasters, Ferris wheels, merry-go-rounds, and gravity rides. They learn how to measure motion, and how kinetic and potential energy apply to their favorite rides.

Minecraft: Let's Build! Theme Park Adventure

Minecraft: Let's Build! Theme Park Adventure
Author: Mojang Ab
Publisher: Del Rey
Total Pages: 64
Release: 2019-06-04
Genre: Games & Activities
ISBN: 1101966394

Have you ever wanted to build your very own theme park in Minecraft? This guide will show you how it’s done! Inside you’ll find build ideas for everything from a classic carousel and a haunted mansion ride to thrilling jungle river rapids and a terrifying alternate dimensions roller coaster. Just follow the steps for each build, and before you know it, you’ll have an entire theme park to enjoy with your friends! This ebook is best viewed on a color device with a larger screen. Collect all of the official Minecraft books: Minecraft: The Island Minecraft: The Crash Minecraft: The Lost Journals Minecraft: The Survivors’ Book of Secrets Minecraft: Exploded Builds: Medieval Fortress Minecraft: Guide to Exploration Minecraft: Guide to Creative Minecraft: Guide to the Nether & the End Minecraft: Guide to Redstone Minecraft: Mobestiary Minecraft: Guide to Enchantments & Potions Minecraft: Guide to PVP Minigames Minecraft: Guide to Farming Minecraft: Let’s Build! Theme Park Adventure Minecraft for Beginners

How Amusement Parks Work Guided Reading 6-Pack

How Amusement Parks Work Guided Reading 6-Pack
Author:
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2016-12-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1425831877

This book will be a hit with both thrill seekers and with those who prefer to stay safely on the ground. After an introduction to Newton's three laws of motion, readers learn the mechanics of various amusement park rides including roller coasters, Ferris wheels, merry-go-rounds, and gravity rides. They learn how to measure motion, and how kinetic and potential energy apply to their favorite rides. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this Level T title and a lesson plan that specifically supports Guided Reading instruction.

The Science of Amusement Parks

The Science of Amusement Parks
Author: Douglas Hustad
Publisher: ABDO
Total Pages: 51
Release: 2021-08-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 109821546X

Riders plummet toward the ground on drop towers. Motion simulators trick the brain into thinking the body is on a thrilling ride. From pendulum rides to roller coasters, science explains how it all works. The Science of Amusement Parks reveals the fascinating ways that science is at work in popular amusement park rides. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Theme Park Design & the Art of Themed Entertainment

Theme Park Design & the Art of Themed Entertainment
Author: David Younger
Publisher: David Younger
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016
Genre: Amusement parks
ISBN: 9780993578908

Theme Park Design & The Art of Themed Entertainment aims to be the most in-depth book on theme park design ever written, documenting for professional designers, theme park design students, and curious theme park fans, the fascinating processes and techniques that go into creating the amazing worlds of theme park design.

The American Amusement Park

The American Amusement Park
Author: Dale Samuelson
Publisher: Motorbooks International
Total Pages: 168
Release: 2001
Genre: Amusement parks
ISBN: 0760309817

A photographic retrospective covers more than 100 years of images from the history of the American amusement park.