What makes a soccer ball curve through the air, and why does topspin change the way a tennis ball moves?

A Fast-Paced STEM Adventure in Sports

Join Nouria as she uncovers the hidden science behind soccer and tennis with help from Ambuya and her coaches. Every kick, bounce, spin, and swing becomes a hands-on lesson in physics that connects sports to the world of STEM.

Through exciting game moments and easy-to-understand explanations, readers learn how force, motion, energy, and spin shape every play on the field and court.

This book is a great choice for sports-loving kids who enjoy active learning and real-world science.

What Kids Will LearnHow force affects speed and distanceWhy gravity changes a ball's pathWhat trajectory meansHow spin and the Magnus effect make balls curveHow energy transfers during movementHow angle, speed, and spin work together

Inside the BookSports-based physics conceptsKid-friendly explanations with no heavy jargonSoccer and tennis scenarios kids recognizeSTEM activity extensionAction-filled illustrations

For Parents & Educators

Great for: NGSS-aligned STEM learningSports science enrichmentPhysics introductions for upper elementary readersConnecting science to everyday activities kids love

Supports STEM learning and NGSS science practices through storytelling, observation, questioning, and hands-on exploration.