Coaster Lab: A Comic-Style Look At the Science and History of Roller Coasters

Ever wonder why your stomach feels like it’s doing cartwheels on a roller coaster? Or how you stay safely in your seat when the track flips you upside down? This laugh-out-loud, mind-blowing ride through the world of coaster science answers those questions–and way more–with comics, doodles, and a whole lot of “WHEEEE!” Perfect for curious kids aged 7 to 12, this book turns physics and engineering into pure fun. You’ll meet your trusty guide crew–from Max Screamer to Sam Safety–as they help explain the real science behind gravity, G-forces, inertia, friction, and even the thrill of a perfectly timed scream. Explore loops, drops, and launches with comics that break it all down in a way that’s easy to understand and impossible to forget. Whether you’re a thrill seeker or just science-curious, this book transforms high-speed chaos into learning that sticks–like your hair on a first drop. Buckle up, grab your brain, and get ready to laugh, learn, and loop!