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Kurtz, Kevin

What Makes Sports Gear Safer?

32 pp. | Lerner | October, 2015 | Library ISBN 978-1-4677-7915-9 $26.65 | Ebook ISBN 978-1-4677-8650-8
(3) 4-6 Engineering Keeps Us Safe series. Thanks to engineering, improved athletic equipment has made sports less dangerous. In well-written, not-overly-technical prose, this book examines the technology used to create items such as performance-enhancing footwear that also prevents injuries and more controllable mountain bikes. Clear diagrams and well-captioned photos complement the informative text. This series could spark interest in STEM careers. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind.
Reviewer: Jack Forman

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