The Real Science of Superspeed and Superstrength

by Christina Hill

Overview

Saving the day is easy for fictional heroes with superspeed and superstrength. They can dash in front of moving vehicles and bring them to a stop. They can beat the bad guys to the scene of the crime and then overpower them. But are their powers possible? More important, how can humans use these powers themselves one day? Learn the real-life science behind the superpowers and what scientists are doing to make those powers a reality.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781728449593
Publisher:	Lerner Publishing Group
Publication date:	01/01/2022
Series:	The Real Science of Superpowers (Alternator Books )
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	6.75(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.22(d)
Lexile:	850L (what's this?)
Age Range:	9 - 11 Years

About the Author

Before embracing a career as an author, Christina Hill received a graduate degree in literature. She knew that she had a passion for both education and the written word and discovered that educational publishing is the perfect blend of both. When she is not writing on a variety of subjects from climate change to Shakespeare, Hill can be found hiking, mastering yoga handstands, or walking her playful puppy across the coastline of sunny Southern California.

Table of Contents

Introduction: Strong and Speedy 4

Chapter 1 The Science of Speed 6

Chapter 2 The Science of Strength 12

Chapter 3 Real-Life Superspeed and Superstrength 18

Chapter 4 Shattering Records 24

Super You! 29

Glossary 30

Learn More 31

Index 32