The Science of Basketball (Sports Science)

Executing a dunk in a National Basketball League game takes a lot of practice. It also takes a lot of science! Readers discover the many areas of science that can be seen in action during a basketball game, including physics and biology. They also explore the ways science, technology, engineering, and math come together in the world of basketball. Colorful photographs, fact-filled sidebars, and helpful graphic organizers keep readers engaged as they explore basic STEM curriculum topics in a fresh way. Readers will be eager to visit the basketball court and see science in action after turning the final page.