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The Universe: The Big Bang, Black Holes, and Blue Whales (Inquire by Matthew Brenden Wood
4.8/5
Published by Nomad Press in April 2021 as part of the Inquire & Investigate series, this illustrated nonfiction title for readers ages 12–15 guides young learners from the moment of the Big Bang through the large-scale structure and eventual fate of the universe, pairing content with hands-on STEM activities and research projects throughout.
Reviewed Apr 29, 2026
Projectile Science: The Physics Behind Kicking a Field Goal by Matthew Brenden Wood
4.6/5
Projectile Science: The Physics Behind Kicking a Field Goal and Launching a Rocket with Science Activities for Kids by Matthew Brenden Wood, illustrated by Tom Casteel, is a STEAM-focused nonfiction title from Nomad Press targeting readers ages 10 to 15. It unpacks the physics of ballistics — from three-pointers and field goals to rocket trajectories — through hands-on science activities, essential questions, and real-world examples. Barnes & Noble's product listing notes it as "an extremely readable yet factually accurate account of mechanics and its applications to projectiles," and it sits within Nomad Press's four-title Technology for Today set alongside titles on industrial design, big data, and artificial intelligence.
Reviewed Jun 6, 2026
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