Publisher's Synopsis
Keltie Thomas, author of the How Sports Work series, examines the popular mechanics of skateboards, snowboards, scooters, and inline skates. Blades, Boards & Scooters delves into the history of invention and the popular culture that has sprung up around these radical machines.
Kids will discover:
* that scooters (a roller skate nailed to the bottom of a crate) rolled onto the scene long before inline skates were ever invented
* how x-treme skaters, skateboarders, and snowboarders appear to defy gravity in radical aerial stunts
* how skate parks are designed for the ultimate ride
* the mechanics of how blades and boards work
* how to keep their equipment in top condition
* the rules of the road
* how to safely have fun on these x-treme machines
Features include:
Zoom in on the Mechanics: Lively language and layouts demystify the mechanics of blading and boarding.
Grease Monkey Zone: Helpful maintenance tips motivate kids to get gunky.
That's Radical: Incredible stories about the history, invention, science, and culture of these popular sports.
Glossary