{"product_id":"fairground-physics-motion-momentum-and-magnets-with-hands-on-science-activities-9781619308886","title":"Fairground Physics: Motion, Momentum, and Magnets with Hands-On Science Activities","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHead to the fair to learn about physics with cool trivia facts, hands-on science activities, and lots of accessible science \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhere can you experience the laws of motion, the fun of physics, and the chemistry of cotton candy? The fair \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eFairground Physics: Motion, Momentum, and Magnets with Hands-On Science Activities\u003c\/em\u003e, readers ages 9 to 12 learn about the forces that rule our world and everything in it by examining the rides, games, and even food you might find at a county fair. Ride the carousel and discover centripetal force. Throw darts at a balloon and learn about projectile science. Hop on a roller coaster and name the types of energy involved in whizzing you around the track and upside down \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFun at the fair extends into real-life, hands-on learning that kids will keep front of mind even as they swing through the air and guzzle down some funnel cakes. This book is full of text-to-self and text-to-world connections \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e- Real world science is a great way to engage kids with learning about science, and it doesn't get much more real than at a fairground. By using examples that most kids have experienced, \u003cem\u003eFairground Physics\u003c\/em\u003e both captures the imagination and provides a foundation of reality on which to base explanations of complex scientific concepts.\u003cbr\u003e- Force, motion, and gravity affect everyone whether we take notice or not, and understanding how the laws of physics work is an essential part of understanding the physical underpinnings of our very existence. \u003cbr\u003e- \u003cem\u003eFairground Physics\u003c\/em\u003e engages readers through hands-on activities, such as designing a roller coaster and making ice cream, along with interesting trivia, fascinating sidebars, and links to online material that supports and supplements learning. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Build It Science set and Nomad Press\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFairground Physics\u003c\/em\u003e is part of a set of four Build It Science books that explore accessible science. The other titles in this set are \u003cem\u003eClimate Change\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eBackyard Biology\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eKitchen Chem\u003c\/em\u003eistry. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNomad Press books in the \u003cstrong\u003eBuild It\u003c\/strong\u003e series integrate content with participation. Combining content with inquiry-based projects stimulates learning and makes it active and alive. Nomad's unique approach simultaneously grounds kids in factual knowledge while allowing them the space to be curious, creative, and critical thinkers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAll books are leveled for Guided Reading level and Lexile and align with Common Core State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAll titles are available in paperback, hardcover, and ebook formats.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Nomad Press (VT)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/20\/2020\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781619308886\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 128\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.25lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 10.10h x 8.00w x 0.50d","brand":"Angie Smibert","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36662435872924,"sku":"9781619308886","price":19.51,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/products\/img_213f6581-f419-48f3-a762-801b7f4de736.jpg?v=1603901887","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/fairground-physics-motion-momentum-and-magnets-with-hands-on-science-activities-9781619308886","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}