Sean Connolly

"Why does a knuckleball flutter? Why do belly flops hurt so much? Why would a quarterback prefer a deflated football? Here are 54 all-star experiments that demonstrate the scientific principles powering a wide variety of sports and activities|and offer insights that can help you improve your own athletic skills. How does a black belt karate chop her way through a stack of bricks? Use Popsicle sticks to understand why it|s possible and learn the role...

Introduces the life and work of Claude Monet, discussing his early years, life in London and various parts of France, and development as a painter.

"Describes the history of the United Nations, its peacekeeping missions, and views of those who support or criticize the UN"--Provided by publisher.

"Describes how the International Red Cross started and the organization's current programs, including disaster relief, war relief, and education"--Provided by publisher.

"It's hands-on science with a capital "E"--For engineering. Beginning with the toppling of the Colossus of Rhodes, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, to the destructive, laserlike sunbeams bouncing off London's infamous "Fryscraper" in 2013, here is an illustrated tour of the greatest engineering disasters in history, from the bestselling author of The Book of Totally Irresponsible Science. Each engineering disaster includes a simple,...