Ocean State Libraries

"Gets lost in space (topic: the solar system); Arnold's know-it-all cousin gets Ms. Frizzle's class lost in outer space. Out of this world (topic: space rocks): When an asteroid heads straight for the school, Ms. Frizzle arranges a field trip into space. Gains weight (topic: gravity): Ms. Frizzle takes the class into space and turns the bus into a planet with adjustable gravity. Plays ball (topic: forces): Ms. Frizzle combines physics and baseball...

An illustrated book of projects demonstrating the properties of flight.

Introduces the basics of flight to readers with very simple explanations of why birds, planes, and rockets are able to fly.

"In 1947, the United States Air Force was established. Meanwhile, scientists and engineers were pioneering a revolutionary new type of aircraft which could do what no other machine had ever done: reach mach 1--a speed faster than the movement of sound--which pilots called "the demon." Chasing the Demon recreates an era of excitement and danger, adventure and innovation, when the future of the free world was at stake and American ingenuity took the...

"This book gives a visual explanation of the physics of kites in flight. With 125 pictures, illustrations, and 65 experiments it answers the questions: Are tails required on a kite? How can I improve the flight of my kite? What are the forces that act on my kite? What changes can I try? Do kites glide? What are some applications of kites that I can explore?Quotes: "You have done a wonderful job. I think a lot of people will find this very useful for...

Discusses sail selection, shape, trim, and gives boat-handling suggestions for the serious sailor. Lowell North, Dick Deaver and John Marshall cover mainsails, jibs and flying sails.