Tech and innovation are at the forefront of luxury supercars. This book explores the cool features that made Vipers some of the best high-performance vehicles in the world. From the history of the brand, to fast facts, and awesome photos--these books have enough to keep any car enthusiast engaged. This high-interest series is written at a low readability to aid struggling readers.
Tech and innovation are at the forefront of luxury supercars. This book explores the cool features that make Mercedes-Benzes some of the best high-performance vehicles in the world. From the history of the brand, to fast facts, and awesome photos--these books have enough to keep any car enthusiast engaged. This high-interest series is written at a low readability to aid struggling readers.
Tech and innovation are at the forefront of luxury supercars. This book explores the cool features that make McLarens some of the best high-performance vehicles in the world. From the history of the brand, to fast facts, and awesome photos--these books have enough to keep any car enthusiast engaged. This high-interest series is written at a low readability to aid struggling readers.
Tech and innovation are at the forefront of luxury supercars. This book explores the cool features that make Ford GTs some of the best high-performance vehicles in the world. From the history of the brand, to fast facts, and awesome photos--these books have enough to keep any car enthusiast engaged. This high-interest series is written at a low readability to aid struggling readers.
Tech and innovation are at the forefront of luxury supercars. This book explores the cool features that make Corvettes some of the best high-performance vehicles in the world. From the history of the brand, to fast facts, and awesome photos--these books have enough to keep any car enthusiast engaged. This high-interest series is written at a low readability to aid struggling readers.
Tech and innovation are at the forefront of luxury supercars. This book explores the cool features that make Aston Martins some of the best high-performance vehicles in the world. From the history of the brand, to fast facts, and awesome photos--these books have enough to keep any car enthusiast engaged. This high-interest series is written at a low readability to aid struggling readers.
This introduction to Formula One racing discusses famous drivers, pit crews, safety, events, and prize money.
This book discusses the history of demolition derby competition and the types of vehicles, various events, and tactics involved.
This introduction to drag racing discusses its history, race classes, safety, events, and prize money.
This book provides an overview of the history and development of go-karts, racing formats, and go-kart competitions.
This introduction to Indy Car racing discusses famous drivers, pit crews, safety, events, and prize money.
The world might be a different place if people gave up on these transportation innovations after they first failed. Fantastic Failures: From Flops to Fortune takes readers through the unexpected origins of popular products and innovations. With a focus on persistence and creative thinking, this hi-lo series makes the case that failure might just be the first step to success.
Do you have a need for speed? In motorsports, there are countless races to be run—and won. Drivers test their limits, set impressive records, and race to beat their rivals. Motorsport is a high-stakes, high-speed world. Pull up to the starting line to see how cars, boats, planes, and other extreme vehicles have fared in some of the world’s biggest races in. In this nonfiction book, readers will learn about extreme vehicles, top competitors, history-making races, and what to expect next in automobile, motorcycle, powerboat, airplane, and kart racing.
From spying on enemies to protecting allies, Top Ten: Fastest Planes introduces readers to how these supersonic planes operate like birds of the highest skies. Take off with ten of the fastest planes in the world! Join them as they race through the sky on missions.
From sailboats and pontoons to catamarans and speedboats, Top Ten: Fastest Boats introduces readers to ten vessels that are known for top speeds—some topping out at more than 300 miles an hour! Let's take a thrilling peek at some of the speediest boats in the world.
In Top Ten: Fastest Cars, readers will hit the road with these ten cars built for speed and find out what makes them unique in the automobile world. Just how fast are the fastest cars on Earth? Buckle up, you’re about to find out!
In Off-Road Vehicles: Military Vehicles, readers will salute the mechanical wonders of military vehicles! Explore the explosive firepower of tanks and the amazing mobility of amphibious carriers that transport troops from ship to shore. Meet the armored lifesavers that find and remove land mines.
In Off-Road Vehicles: Trucks, readers will discover how these versatile workhorses have become some of the best-selling vehicles. It includes facts about their powerful engines, their towing power, and their many uses on and off the highway. Hitch a ride into the cargo-carrying, load-towing world of trucks! Peek under the hood to learn why pickups pack a punch!
In Off-Road Vehicles: Dirt Bikes, readers will jump into the rip-roaring, hill-leaping world of dirt bikes! Discover the acrobatic abilities of these lightweight motorcycles. Meet the gravity-defying masters of motocross racing!
In Off-Road Vehicles: ATVs, readers will discover how these adaptable autos evolved from three to four wheels. Gear up for a journey into the mud-splashing, trailblazing world of all-terrain vehicles! Learn why these rugged runners are loved by farmers, hunters, and racers!
In Off-Road Vehicles: Jeeps, readers will discover how these off-road marvels began life as wheeled warriors and went on to become one of the world’s most popular sport utility vehicles. Buckle up for a thrilling trip into the world of jeeps! Learn about the jeep known as “Old Faithful,” a hero of World War II.
In Off-Road Vehicles: Amphibious Vehicles, readers will discover how these clever carriers navigate from water to land and back again. Splash into the wet and wondrous world of amphibious vehicles! Meet the awesome Amphicar and the “duck” that cruised into combat!
In Submarines and Submersibles, readers will be introduced to the engineering concepts that are involved in underwater vehicle design. This fact- and photo-filled book explains how submarine and submersibles are developed, how they work, and the different ways in which they are used.
In Smart Cars, readers will be introduced to the engineering concepts behind smart car innovations. From their introduction in the early 1900s to today's electric cars, this book delves into the safety, comfort, style and drivability of these modern-day marvels.
In Cruise Ships, readers will be introduced to the engineering concepts and design of cruise ship innovation. From ship weight and density to electricity and power, this book delves into the depths of cruise ships and what the professionals need to do in order to make these vessels safe, steady, and fun—all at the same time.