"Do you think about science when you play baseball? Probably not. But you use science anyway." In sports, Making the Play involves more than athletic skill—it's all possible because of physics! Linking scientific concepts such as momentum and launch angle to actions common to each sport, this new series unveils the unseen world of forces at work behind each bat, ball, or club. High-contrast design and relatable images of people at play provide a colorful backdrop to each high-interest title. An elementary introduction to the physics involved in the sport of baseball, including scientific concepts such as momentum and trajectory, and actions such as pitching and batting. Includes TOC, diagrams, glossary, book references, websites, and index. Full-color photographs throughout.

Product Description: Now anyone can be one of the "boys or girls of summer" and get a home plate view of America's favorite pastime in H is for Home Run: A Baseball Alphabet. This new offering in our line of children's alphabet books brings the game of baseball to entertaining and informative life...read more

Product Description: Introduces young readers to the exciting ways science affects baseball! Simple text, full-color photos, and a running top-ten countdown help readers grasp the science within their favorite sports.

Prepare to take the field. You'll be swinging for the fences after learning all you need to know to play this fun all-American sport.

Step out of the classroom and into the big leagues with this book, which explores the science, technology, engineering, and math that shapes Americas favorite pastime. Readers will see how STEM influences everything in a baseball game, from a pitchers throw to the physics of stadium seating. The in-depth coverage of each STEM subject is reinforced by engaging images, which encourages readers to visualize and identify how classroom concepts are used in the real world. The text also covers STEM careers and how readers can get involved when they grow up. Fact boxes support the age-appropriate text, which was designed to address science, technology, engineering, and math in the elementary curricula.

Baseball is a game of numbers, angles, and physics. Science, technology, engineering, and math come together in the game of baseballfrom the design of the stadium to the ways a pitcher throws and a batter swings. As readers discover the science behind this popular sport, colorful photographs show important areas of STEM curricula in action at the ballpark. Informative text, graphic organizers, and sidebars help readers learn that science concepts can be seen all around them, including their next baseball practice or trip to see a Major League Baseball game.

Kansas City Royals 101 is required reading for every Royals fan! From the legendary George Brett and 1985 "I-70 Series" to cheering on the team with Slugger, you'll share all the memories with the next generation. Enjoy all the traditions of your favorite team, learn the basics about playing baseball and share your passion for America's pastime!

Baltimore Orioles 101 is required reading for every Orioles fan! From Cal Ripkens 2,131st consecutive game to cheering on the team in Oriole Park, you will share all the memories with the next generation. Enjoy all the traditions of your favorite team, learn the basics about playing baseball and share your passion for America s pastime! Officially licensed by Major League Baseball.

Product Description: The most unusual baseball facts you’ll ever find! Behind the game lies a wealth of science, folklore, mathematics, psychology—and a very colorful past. Whether they are die-hard fans or casual spectators, readers will be captivated by this collection of fascinating, little-known facts...read more

A history of the Cincinnati Reds baseball team, including profiles of the star players, facts, and statistics.

Product Description: Batter up! Through large, full-color action photographs and simple text, Baseball introduces beginning readers to the basic rules of the game and encourages them to try playing. A labeled diagram helps readers identify the different parts of a baseball field, and a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary...read more