Science of Roller Coasters: Understanding Energy

Science of Roller Coasters: Understanding Energy
Author: Karen Latchana Kenney
Publisher: ABDO
Total Pages: 35
Release: 2016-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1680771221

In this engaging title, young readers learn about different forms of energy! Different forms of energy such a potential and kinetic are explained, as are gravity, acceleration, velocity, g-forces, and centripetal force. These properties are illustrated by the design and operation of roller coasters. Colorful infographics make joules and shifting energy easily accessible, and prominent contributors such as LaMarcus Thompson are featured. A fun experiment with potential and kinetic energy brings the science of energy to life! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Gravity in Action

Gravity in Action
Author: Joan Newton
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2009-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1435858395

Nothing can capture attention like the thrill and rush of roller coasters. Your students will learn how the force of gravity makes their favorite roaring rollers move.

How to Code a Rollercoaster

How to Code a Rollercoaster
Author: Josh Funk
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 45
Release: 2019-09-24
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0425292037

Pearl and Pascal take their coding adventures to the amusement park in this follow-up picture book from our Girls Who Code program! Pearl and her trusty rust-proof robot, Pascal, are enjoying a day out at the amusement park. Spinning teacups, ice cream, and of course: rollercoasters! Through the use of code, Pearl and Pascal can keep track of their ride tokens and calculate when the line is short enough to get a spot on the biggest ride of them all--the Python Coaster. Variables, if-then-else sequences, and a hunt for a secret hidden code make this a humorous, code-tastic day at the amusement park!

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.

Roller Coaster

Roller Coaster
Author: Marla Frazee
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2006
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9780152057442

Clickity, clackity. Clickity, clackity. The roller coaster car is going up, up, up to the highest spot. And at least one of the people in the car has never ridden on a roller coaster before . . . ever. Wheeeeeeee Get ready to experience the thrill of riding a coaster for the very first time in this vibrant new adventure from acclaimed picture book creator Marla Frazee.

Scientriffic: Roller Coaster Science

Scientriffic: Roller Coaster Science
Author: Chris Oxlade
Publisher:
Total Pages: 30
Release: 2014-05-06
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781626860094

Adventurous young learners will lose their marbles when they spend an afternoon with this fun set, all while learning some fascinating science along the way! Using a ball or marble and a small-scale ramp, children are introduced to amazing principles of physics like gravity, momentum, velocity, acceleration, friction, and centripetal force. A unique kit that introduce budding scientists to the fields of physics and engineering, Scientriffic: Roller Coaster Science challenges children to think about scientific principles as they ride on real roller coasters.

Heart-Stopping Roller Coasters

Heart-Stopping Roller Coasters
Author: Meish Goldish
Publisher: Bearport Publishing
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2009-08-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1597169560

Describes different types of roller coasters, their history, and their construction.

Roller Coasters

Roller Coasters
Author: Chris Bowman
Publisher:
Total Pages: 24
Release: 2019
Genre: Engineering
ISBN: 9780531130421

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to roller coasters. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

Building a Roller Coaster

Building a Roller Coaster
Author: Karen Latchana Kenney
Publisher: Sequence Amazing Structures
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2018-08
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781681514307

A kindergarten-level introduction to mice, covering their growth process, behaviors, the backyard habitats they call home, and such defining features as their hairless tails.

Emotional Rollercoaster: A Journey Through the Science of Feelings

Emotional Rollercoaster: A Journey Through the Science of Feelings
Author: Claudia Hammond
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
Total Pages: 85
Release: 2010-06-24
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 0007375301

We cannot help but be fascinated by the emotions that we see in ourselves and others: an absorbing book exploring the extraordinary feelings which make us human, from a rising media star.