One of the strongest features of this resource is that it is very readable for the students with an interesting activity oriented approach. It is particularly strong in providing resource material for optional units. This material would make an excellent introduction to each topic, suitable for teachers without a physics background who must teach physics. This text may not be in depth enough for experienced physics teachers. Included are a table of contents, glossary and index.
Laws provides a qualitative analysis of the physics of dance.
Important physical principles such as mass, acceleration, centre of gravity, and momentum are considered through this interesting biomechanical application. Technical dance movements such as balancing, jumping, pirouettes, arabesque turns, and fouette turns are analyzed in depth. The physical principles of dance are presented in a clear, conceptual manner. The book is very technical, appealing to serious physics students who have an interest in dance. The book also reveals how physics, and understanding the nature of science, can be extended and applied to human biomechanics.