Editorial Review

The Extreme Sports series is an exciting and informative collection that combines high-energy action with real-world connections. Perfect for young readers, these titles introduce the science and design behind while also highlighting the athletic skills needed for these sports.

Readers will enjoy learning how different athletic equipment works together, and how principles of motion, balance, friction, and force help riders master daring stunts. Each title is filled with engaging, full-color photographs that capture athletes in action, making the science come alive.

Readers will be engrossed in the picture of the Superman trick featured in the BMX book. Motocross describes the whoop section of a race course, which is a row of bumps that the racers ride their bikes on. Science plays a big part in extreme sports: like learning how to use less friction to make tricks easier in Skateboarding. Skydiving showcases some of the amazing facts about the sport: as of 2024 the largest formation of skydivers included 400 people! Snowboarding features the amazing Olympic sport and explains the different moves such as the handplant. Surfing includes a fantastic diagram of how surfers can catch a wave in four steps.

In addition to teaching science concepts, the book emphasizes the importance of safety gear and responsible riding. A safe search option connects students with age-appropriate websites for further exploration, while tools like a glossary, index, and table of contents support developing research skills. Overall, this series is a thrilling blend of action and education, sure to inspire readers who love both science and sports.