automobile racing

Highlights the history of supercars from their inception to what they might be like in the future. Includes a timeline, diagrams, a glossary, resources for further information, and color photographs.

Since cars were invented, they've been pushed to maximum speed, both on the road and on the track. This high-interest historical take on the evolution of high-velocity vehicles features the famous cars that have pushed the extremes and the people who have made them possible. Timelines, up-close photographs, and action-packed images accompany the accessible text, which includes plenty of statistics and other facts. From deafening dragsters to a rocket car faster than the speed of sound, these are the fascinating vehicles that push the extremes. A concluding Speed File graphic organizer helps young engineers compare record-setting speeds of different classes of vehicles.

Told in rhyme, Moby Shinobi and his dog Toby volunteer to drive when his friend Jenny's junior race car driver fails to show up, but as usual his enthusiasm ends up in a mess of oil spills, flat tires, and wrong turns--but he redeems himself by repairing the oil leak, and wins the race for Jenny.

In this title, early readers will go to the racetrack and learn about stock cars, their drivers, and how these fast cars win races. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they discover the unique features of these cars. A picture diagram labels the parts of a stock car, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about stock cars online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and index.

In this title, early readers will go to the racetrack and learn about Indy cars, their drivers, and how these fast cars win IndyCar races. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they discover the unique features of these cars. A picture diagram labels the parts of an Indy car, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Indy cars online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and index.

"Early readers will go to the racetrack and learn about Formula 1 cars, their drivers, and how these fast cars win F1 races. . . . Leveled text will engage emergent readers as they discover the unique features of these cars"--Provided by publisher.

In this book, early readers will go to the racetrack and learn about dragsters, their drivers, and how these fast cars win races. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they discover the unique features of these cars. A picture diagram labels the parts of a dragster, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about dragsters online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and index.

"[An] . . . introduction to touring cars, powerful race cars known for their strong engines and use in a variety of races. Also included is a biographical story about touring car driver Gordon Shedden"--Provided by publisher.

"Questions and answers about Indy cars foster inquiry-based learning for readers in early elementary. Topics include fuel, tires, history, and racing"--provided by publisher.

"Mio the mermaid, her monster truck, Mudwick, and their team are hoping for a first-place finish here in the Soft Swirl City... but the Vroombot crew is up to their usual devious tricks. Will the Glam Prix Racers be able to escape sticky situations in time to claim sweet victory?"--Provided by publisher.