While at play with his dog, Newton, a young boy discovers the laws of force and motion in everyday activities such as throwing a ball, pulling a wagon, and riding a bike. Includes "For Creative Minds" section.

"In cartoon format, uses aliens to explain the science of energy"--Provided by publisher.

Simple language and humorous illustrations show how forces make things move, prevent them from starting to move, and stop them from moving. There are forces at work whenever you throw a ball, run up the stairs, or push your big brotheroff the couch. Want to learn more about the forces around you? Read and find out!

Surveys various sources of energy and the ways in which they've been harnessed.

"An introduction to the six simple machines-the screw, lever, wedge, pulley, inclined plane, and the wheel and axle-and examples of how they are used in real life"--