Outrunning bullets : Superman and the science of speed

Format:

Book

Title:

Outrunning bullets : Superman and the science of speed

Author:

Enz, Tammy author

ISBN:

9781515709152

9781515709190

Publication:

North Mankato, Minnesota : Capstone Press, 2016.

Physical Description:

32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.

Series title(s):

DC super heroes.

Contents:

What is speed? -- Ultimate speed -- Enemies of speed -- Speed in nature -- Human speed.

Summary:

"Explores the real-world science and engineering related to Superman's super-speed"-- Provided by publisher.

Super-speed keeps Superman one step ahead of his enemies. Does anyone in the real world have similar abilities to move as fast as the Man of Steel? Explore the real-life science and engineering of speed, and how it effects us everyday.

Reading Level:

Ages 9-12.

Grade 4-6.

Personal Subject:

Superman (Fictitious character)-Juvenile literature.

Superman (Fictitious character)

Superman (Fictitious character) (OCoLC)fst01138904

Subject(s):

Speed -- Juvenile literature.

Kinematics -- Juvenile literature.

Genre:

Holds:

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Library	Call Number	Status
Searching... Silver Falls Library	JNF 531.112 ENZ	Searching... Unknown

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Summary

Super-speed always keeps the Man of Steel one step ahead of his enemies. But what is speed? And can anyone or anything in our world move as fast as Superman? Get ready to find out with the help of the World's Greatest Hero. You'll be amazed by how much you can learn about the science of speed.

Reviews (1)

School Library Journal Review

Gr 4-7-Using the incredible abilities of the Man of Steel as a launching point into science and engineering concepts, this series combines a high-interest figure with solid, informational content. These volumes don't attempt to explain the science behind Superman's fictional abilities but instead compare them to analogous feats in the human, technological, and animal worlds. Stopping Runaway Trains, for instance, details the physiology of human muscles, cutting-edge technologies to augment or restore strength, and record holders in the animal kingdom. However, adults should note that the "Enhancing Strength" section in that title doesn't include any adult permission or guidance suggestions on lifting weights, and in Flight, a section on drones doesn't pose any moral questions on military drone use. The bright and detailed graphics are eye-catching and helpful in breaking down potentially complicated concepts. VERDICT Superman's image on these covers will promote use by browsers, and the topic specificity could be useful in particular science units. © Copyright 2016. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.