Sneakers (Where's the Science Here?)

By Vicki Cobb

For almost one hundred years, sneakers were fairly standard in their design and appearance. Sneakers today, however, are high-tech and extravagant. Lightweight and strong, they are designed to make wearers perform better to jump higher and run faster while also protecting from injury. In this fun look at how science is used in everyday life, readers can discover the ideas of science behind sneakers.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0822590441
• ISBN13: 9780822590446
• Release Date: January 2006
• Publisher: Lernerclassroom
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.3" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 3 to 5 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6