Nikole Brooks Bethea

The Science of Basketball with Max Axiom, Super Scientist Nikole Brooks Bethea

Marc Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.; Uses graphic novel format to reveal the scientific aspects at play in the sport of basketball--; Provided by publisher. Publisher Marketing: A last second pass followed by a mighty heave toward the basket. The buzzer sounds. Three points scored! What's behind it all? Science! Let Max Axiom, Super Scientist, explain the science behind a layup, the right way to do a jump shot, and much, much more." Contributor Bio:  Bethea, Nikole Brooks Children's author Nikole Brooks Bethea is a licensed professional engineer. She received a Bachelor's Degree and Master's Degree in Environmental Engineering from the University of Florida. Through her writing, she hopes to inspire a child's interest in science. Contributor Bio:  Aranda, Tom Tomas Aranda studied at Escola Joso in Barcelona, Spain, before becoming part of the teaching staff at the school. He has worked for such organizations as Platinum Studios, Comicon, Narwain, Kickstart Comics, Saatchi & Saatchi, Dark Horse Comics, and Fenix Studio.