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.

Try these exciting experiments and learn how force and motion work in our daily lives.

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

"Inside of you, there is a spark--it's what animates you, and without it, you could not live. This energy creation isn't mystical, nor is it spiritual; it is science. We know from research that our cellular machinery transforms the food we eat and the air we breathe into the electricity that fuels us. With the right lifestyle inputs, we glow with energy; but when the demands on our bodies exceed our capacity--as is true for so many of us--we become...

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

Simple language and humorous illustrations show how energy comes originally from the sun and can be transferred from one thing to another.

"In cartoon format, uses zombies to explain the science of forces and motion"--

Cece and her classmates use physics to build treat dispensers for Cece's dog, Einstein. Includes glossary and activities using the forces of push and pull.