motocross

This title explores motocross and gives information related to their origins, rules, vehicles, and the impact they have on motorsports. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.

An introduction to the sport of motocross that covers equipment, competition, tricks, and other related topics.

"This . . . book introduces readers to motocross, including its history and growth, rules and events, and the equipment athletes need"--Provided by publisher.

Twelve-and-a-half year old Emelyn Ethrige lives with her father in South Carolina, dreams of wheelchair motocross, and makes custom chair bags trying to earn enough money to buy a serious set of wheels. She has been in a wheelchair all her life, and is just fine getting around without help, but it seems that since her mother was killed in an accident everyone have started treating her differently: urging caution and trying to "help" and for an independently-minded girl who loves speed and big air tricks it is frustrating--so Emelyn and her best friends come up with a plan to change their minds.

An introduction to the sport of motocross that covers equipment, competition, tricks, and other related topics.

"This . . . book introduces readers to motocross, including its history and growth, rules and events, and the equipment athletes need"--Provided by publisher.

"Enduro racing is all about endurance. From the gear and terrain to famous racers, [explore] the world of Enduro in this . . . introduction to the sport"--Provided by publisher.

"Cross country dirt bike racers [ride] through woods, deserts, fields, and anywhere else the course takes them. Learn about racing gear [and] powerful dirt bikes--Provided by publisher.

"Motocross racers [ride] around tight turns, through wet mud, and up steep hills during races. Learn about their gear, what it takes to win a race . . ."--Provided by publisher.

"Young learners will [explore the] world of Freestyle tricks while discovering more about safety gear, competitions, and more"--Provided by publisher.