Objects in Motion: Principles of Classical Mechanics

by Paul Fleisher, Patricia Keeler (Illustrator)

Have you ever wondered why objects drop to the ground or what keeps the Moon from crashing into the Earth? Isaac Newton wondered why. Do you know whether a bowling ball will fall faster than a cricket ball? Galileo could have told you! In this fascinating book, author Paul Fleisher answers these question and many more as he explores the scientific laws that describe how and why objects move. Fun experiments that readers can do on their own and helpful illustrations introduce the basic principle of classical mechanics.This edition of Paul Fleisher’s Secrets of the Universe has been fully revised by the author and features all of the original illustrations by Patricia Keeler.

Genres: Science, Nonfiction, Physics

100 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 2001

Reviews

[Caterina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful, written away that really makes sense to young readers. I really enjoyed this book.

[Heather Tully · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love how practical & understanding these books are. Experiments/examples are easy to do at home, helping you understand it better. This was my second reading & I made many more connections.

Pre-read of 2022-2023 educational year.

[Betsy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have the newer edition published by Living Book Press, and I highly recommend it. This book is a perfect introduction to classical mechanics for middle school students. I'd venture that it would help many freshmen make better sense of their physical science textbooks, too. Clear, concise explanations, accessible illustrations and examples that students will readily grasp, a touch of formulas, and plenty of applicable historical references combine to great effect. Bonus are the timeline, mini biographies, and further resource lists in the back as well as the intro explaining natural law. Note: this book is part of a series and all share these "bonus" features, albeit with particular content related to the book's subtopics.

[Lindsey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really great series, with clear explanations and good illustrations of the experiments discussed. 13yo looked forward to reading these.