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32 pp.
| Black Rabbit
| August, 2017
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LibraryISBN 978-1-68072-037-2$31.35
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EbookISBN 978-1-68072-199-7
(4)
K-3
Bolt: Gearhead Garage series.
Action-packed color photographs, diagrams, and charts are the focus of these minimal-text introductions to different engine-powered racing vehicles. Each book consists of four brief chapters discussing topics such as the vehicle's history, external features, statistics, race venues, safety gear, and projections about the vehicle's future. Oddly, little information is provided about interior features or how the vehicles run. Reading list, timeline, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Bolt: Gearhead Garage titles: Dirt Bikes, Funny Cars, Lowriders, Muscle Cars, Top Fuel Dragsters, and Hydroplanes.
48 pp.
| ABDO
| September, 2014
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LibraryISBN 978-1-62403-402-2$21.95
(3)
4-6
SportsZone: Inside the Speedway series.
This series explores four types of auto racing, covering history, characteristics of vehicles used, rules, and other unique qualities of each category. Racing aficionados will find the texts easy to read and will be drawn to the brief action-packed vignettes of outstanding drivers and their records. Well-placed sidebars and numerous color photographs add interest. Reading list. Glos. ind. Review covers these SportsZone: Inside the Speedway titles: IndyCar Racing, Formula One Racing, Nascar Racing, and Drag Racing.
32 pp.
| ABDO
| August, 2012
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LibraryISBN 978-1-61783-526-1$18.95
(4)
4-6
Speed Zone series.
This series profiles U.S. military vessels. Each double-page spread focuses on a particular topic, including parts of the ship, how it's constructed, how it's used, and some history. The brief, simplistic texts are easy to read and the plentiful photographs should appeal to reluctant readers, but the page design is occasionally overwhelming. Glos., ind. Review covers these Military Ships titles: Destroyers, Aircraft Carriers, Amphibious Assault Ships, and Cruisers.
24 pp.
| Gareth
| March, 2011
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LibraryISBN 978-1-4339-4703-2$22.60
(4)
K-3
Fast Lane: Drag Racing series.
These exclamation point–heavy texts give readers an inside look at the sport of drag racing. Types of dragsters, their performances, and safety measures employed by racers are all discussed. Concepts such as horsepower, elapsed time, traction, roll cage, and fuel types are superficially included. Vivid photographs and "Fast Fact" sidebars add interest for reluctant readers. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Fast Lane: Drag Racing titles: Funny Car Dragsters, Pro Stock Dragsters, Pro Stock Motorcycle Dragsters, and Top Fuel Dragsters.
24 pp.
| Gareth
| March, 2011
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LibraryISBN 978-1-4339-4707-0$22.60
(4)
K-3
Fast Lane: Drag Racing series.
These exclamation point–heavy texts give readers an inside look at the sport of drag racing. Types of dragsters, their performances, and safety measures employed by racers are all discussed. Concepts such as horsepower, elapsed time, traction, roll cage, and fuel types are superficially included. Vivid photographs and "Fast Fact" sidebars add interest for reluctant readers. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Fast Lane: Drag Racing titles: Funny Car Dragsters, Pro Stock Dragsters, Pro Stock Motorcycle Dragsters, and Top Fuel Dragsters.
24 pp.
| Gareth
| March, 2011
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-4339-4699-8$22.60
(4)
K-3
Fast Lane: Drag Racing series.
These exclamation point–heavy texts give readers an inside look at the sport of drag racing. Types of dragsters, their performances, and safety measures employed by racers are all discussed. Concepts such as horsepower, elapsed time, traction, roll cage, and fuel types are superficially included. Vivid photographs and "Fast Fact" sidebars add interest for reluctant readers. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Fast Lane: Drag Racing titles: Funny Car Dragsters, Pro Stock Dragsters, Pro Stock Motorcycle Dragsters, and Top Fuel Dragsters.
24 pp.
| Gareth
| March, 2011
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-4339-4695-0$22.60
(4)
K-3
Fast Lane: Drag Racing series.
These exclamation point–heavy texts give readers an inside look at the sport of drag racing. Types of dragsters, their performances, and safety measures employed by racers are all discussed. Concepts such as horsepower, elapsed time, traction, roll cage, and fuel types are superficially included. Vivid photographs and "Fast Fact" sidebars add interest for reluctant readers. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Fast Lane: Drag Racing titles: Funny Car Dragsters, Pro Stock Dragsters, Pro Stock Motorcycle Dragsters, and Top Fuel Dragsters.
32 pp.
| ABDO
| January, 2011
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LibraryISBN 978-1-61714-696-1$19.95
(4)
K-3
Big Buddy Books: Amazing Vehicles series.
Very basic texts provide easy-to-understand information about the title vehicles: history, types (including what differentiates one from another), components (e.g., how they're built), purpose, dangers, etc. The writing is accessible, but it can be choppy and repetitive. Bright color and black-and-white photos are the most engaging features of the series. Glos., ind. Review covers these Big Buddy Books: Amazing Vehicles titles: Choppers, Dragsters, Helicopters, and Hovercraft.
48 pp.
| Enslow
| October, 2007
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LibraryISBN 978-0-7660-2870-8$23.93
(3)
4-6
Wild Wheels! series.
These books provide insight into the high-speed world of car racing. Types, styles, characteristics, and capabilities of the various racing machines are presented, along with the sport’s history, statistics, and notable personalities in the field. Racing enthusiasts will appreciate the photographs and text boxes that expand the simple but informative text. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Wild Wheels! titles: Hottest Race Cars, Hottest Dragsters and Funny Cars, and Hottest NASCAR Machines.
48 pp.
| Capstone
| January, 2003
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LibraryISBN 0-7368-1500-7$$21.26
(4)
K-3
Built for Speed series.
Designed as a high-interest, large-print series, these books overlap but clearly focus on four areas of vehicle racing--dragsters, stock cars, the Indianapolis 500 race, and pro stock truck racing. Each book discusses history, personalities, and equipment, although they minimize the dangers of the sport. With contemporary and historical photos, the books are appealing introductions. Directory, reading list. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Built for Speed titles: The World's Fastest Dragsters, The World's Fastest Indy Cars, The World's Fastest Pro Stock Trucks, and The World's Fastest Stock Cars.]