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Summary <\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Kerrie Logan Hollihan has written a great book called Isaac Newton and Physics for Kids<\/a> that introduces students to the brilliant life and works of the famous mind of Isaac Newton.\u00a0 Many people know of Newton through the anecdote about the apple, or from his laws of motion, but as this book shows there was so much more to the man.\u00a0 Starting with his parents, Hollihan lets us meet the real Isaac Newton, with all his flaws, and goes in depth about his discoveries in physics, astronomy, optics, and mathematics.\u00a0 Best of all, this book matches the information with 21 activities that students can perform, all of which Newton did himself.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Curriculum Connections<\/strong><\/p>\n While the book’s notes recommend it for ages 9-12, after reading it I would say that 11-14 is more appropriate. It would be a perfect tie in for investigating and understanding scientific principles and technological applications of work, force, and motion (PS.10).\u00a0 It is also a great biographical text for students to understand one of the greatest thinkers in history.<\/p>\n Additional Resources<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0Science Discovery has this great kids application<\/a> for understanding\u00a0 Newtons 3 laws of motion.<\/p>\n \u00a0There are some physics activities you can do indoors with students on this family fun website. <\/a><\/p>\n