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This book explores the principles of science, technology, engineering, and math behind the game of hockey.
Quick Summary
Ever wonder why a slap shot feels like a rocket and why ice is so slippery? This quick read explains the physics, math, and engineering behind every stick handle, puck bounce, and rink design, using the game you already love as a real-world lab. The author mixes clear explanations with fun facts like how a player's stride mimics the motion of a double-pendulum and why a hockey puck can travel faster than a car in a school zone so the science feels less like homework and more like a locker-room secret. At around 4,000 words, it's perfect for a middle-grader who wants a short, high-interest nonfiction book that still earns a whole AR point, and the friendly tone makes it a hit with reluctant readers who might otherwise skip nonfiction. Parents will appreciate that there's no scary or heavy content just cool, bite-sized STEM lessons tied directly to a sport kids already love. If you've enjoyed other sports-science titles like "The Science of Soccer," you'll find this one just as lively and a lot more icy.