National Geographic Angry Birds Furious Forces!: The Physics at Play in the World's Most Popular Game - Hardcover

Allain, Rhett

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1426212879 ISBN 13: 9781426212871

Publisher: Natl Geographic Society, 2013

Synopsis

Another Angry Birds National Geographic mash-up! This fun, engaging paperback uses Angry Birds to explain the physics at work in the world--and behind the popular game.

National Geographic's trademark science blends with Angry Birds' beloved entertainment to take readers into the world of physics. Rhett Allain, physics professor and Wired blogger explains basic scientific principles in fun, accessible ways; the Angry Birds come along for the ride to illustrate concepts we see in the real world--as well as in the Angry Birds games. Packed with science and a sense of humor, this book will improve readers' understanding of the world and how it works--and it may just improve their Angry Birds scores as well.

Rovio Learning is known for collaborating with several scientific and educational institutions, such as the National Geographic Society and NASA. The recent collaboration with CERN brings quantum physics to the reach of children. There is no subject that young children can not learn - when the medium is age-appropriate, fun and engaging!

From the Trade Paperback edition.

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Review:

"Angry Birds Furious Forces serves as a great introduction to basic physics concepts for young ages because they're presented in a way that kids can relate to as they play their favorite game." -Tech Savvy Parents Blog

"This book covers much more than just mechanics- Rhett explains Sound and Light, Thermodynamics, Electricity & Magnetism, and even Particle Physics & Beyond in this short...very readable text." --Quantum Progress Blog

"A very enjoyable and light-hearted introduction to basic physics concepts."--About.com

"There's a lot to be said for catching science fans young." --Uncertain Principles (Scienceblogs.com)

"Anyone with a passing interest in the subject of physics, or anyone who wants to boost the effectiveness of their Angry Birds, will get a kick out of this book." --Fredericksburg Free-Lance Star

"Even with a physics background, I learned quite a few things from the various physics facts interspersed in the book." --Physics Buzz Blog

"Plenty of educational content."-- Apps Playground

"For those looking for something a bit more introductory in nature, Rhett Allain's amusing yet educational Angry Birds, Furious Forces: The Physics at Play in the World's Most Popular Game is an excellent option." -Scientific American

About the Author:

The National Geographic Kid is curious about the world around them, empowered in the face of challenges and responsible for others and the natural world. Combining these principles with the international educational heritage of Collins, this partnership is a natural fit for books that are funny, weird, exploratory, educational and loved by children.

About this edition

• Publisher: Natl Geographic Society
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 1426212879
• ISBN 13: 9781426212871
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 159