speed

Early fluent readers will learn about the mechanics, design, engines, and aerodynamics that make speedboats superfast. Infographics and sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about STEM and speedboats using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.

"Most scientists believe Velociraptor was the fastest of all dinosaurs. But how can they know exactly how quick it was, how big, or how smart? After all, no one has actually seen one! Come along and find out lots of . . . facts in this . . . exploration of the Velociraptor--and see how the fierce, feathered creature compares in speed to some of today's animals, vehicles, and [humans]!"--Provided by publisher.

The animal kingdom is full of astonishing speedsters. But which animal would win a speed showdown? Young readers will find out with this book! They will sprint across grasslands with a cheetah, speed through the sea with a sailfish, and more. Spreads compare animals side-by-side with colorful photos and cool infographics. Kids will decide for themselves the winner of each animal face-off! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Introduces the speed of a cheetah to readers through simple text, photograph, and measurement comparisons. Additional features include a phonetic glossary, index, sources for further research, and a Check It Out! section that supplements the main text with additional fun comparisons and facts about the topic.

"At top speeds of more than 250 miles per hour (400 kilometers per hour), high-speed trains are designed to carry passengers over long distances quickly and safely. [This book] explores how trains have evolved over time and describes how special tracks, powerful motors,and physics come together to get travelers where they want to go--fast. Readers are encouraged to think critically about how trains stay on their tracks, how high-speed trains handle extreme friction, and . . . advances like maglev trains that use magnets to levitate"--Provided by publisher.

Conduct your own experiments to discover more about the properties of light and how it works.

"Six months from now detailed schematics anonymously uploaded to the Internet will describe, clearly and thoroughly, how to build a working faster-than-light engine from $200 worth of easily-available parts. Space travel will be instantly--and chaotically--democratized. The entire cosmos will suddenly be placed within reach of all humankind--without organization, authority, or limitation. This comics anthology is about what happens NEXT"--Back cover.

Pronghorn, kangaroos, rhinos, and ostriches all have something in common: speed. They're not only fast, but they're fast enough to outrun their predators. This crucial adaptation has enabled them to survive in their various habitats amongst ferocious animals that seek to consume them. Readers will love reading about the swift beasts in this book and how they thwart their enemies. Key science concepts, such as adaptations and habitats, are interwoven into the text. Action photographs in the wild, a graphic organizer, and fact boxes are highlights of this engagingly designed volume.

"Let Mechanic Mike show you his favorite speedsters. Discover the awesome velocity of some of the world's most amazing speed machines"--P. [4] of cover.