Book 28, Question 39 · Video
How do lugers steer their sleds?
A luger lies on their back on a small sled with steel runners and no brakes or steering wheel. Steering is done with tiny movements: pressing a leg or shoulder to bend the runners slightly, and shifting weight. The sled can reach speeds of over 80 miles per hour. Lugers wear helmets and special suits, and train for years.
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Intro
Hi there, curious minds! I'm Crafty Clover! Let's discover something amazing. How do lugers steer their sleds?
The Big Idea
Lugers zoom down icy tracks feet first! Their sleds have no steering wheel. So how do they steer?
The Sled
Step one: The Sled. A luger lies on their back on a small sled with steel runners and no brakes or steering wheel. They race down a twisting ice track.
Steering
Step two: Steering. Steering is done with tiny movements, pressing a leg or shoulder to bend the runners slightly. Lugers also shift their weight.
Super Fast
Step three: Super Fast. The sled can reach speeds of over 80 miles per hour. Lugers wear helmets and special suits, and train for years.
A Closer Look
Let's take a closer look! Steel runners. Press runners. Press too. Stay safe.
Quick Facts
Quick facts! The word luge means sled in French. Legs bend runners. Shift weight to steer. Helmets are a must.
Think Like a Scientist
Now, think like a scientist! Put a toy in a small cardboard box. Slide it down a smooth ramp. Move the toy to one side. Slide it again. How does weight change the path?
Outro
Lugers lie on their backs on small sleds with no brakes or steering wheel. They steer with tiny movements, pressing a leg or shoulder to bend the runners and shifting their weight, at over 80 miles per hour! Science is amazing! The world is full of surprises. Keep asking big questions, and keep exploring with me! Crafty Clover can be found on Amazon Books, Google Bookstore, and Apple Books. Available for purchase or download! Bye for now!