The Aston Martin Valhalla is a car on the cutting edge of modern technology. In this hi-lo title, reluctant readers will learn all about this high-tech sports car. Special features highlight the basics of the vehicle, show off the car's engine, and more. Crisp images and engaging text bring the history of this car to life on the page!
Did you know that the wheel was invented more than 5,000 years ago? Vehicles have come a long way since then. The fastest train today can go more than 280 mph (450 kph). And there’s a jet that can fly faster than 2,100 mph (3,500 kph). These are just a couple of examples of amazing vehicle engineering. Discover extreme facts about vehicles in this fun and kooky book.
Tech and innovation are at the forefront of luxury supercars. This book explores the cool features that make Teslas 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. Books feature educational sidebars, table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, and timeline.
Tech and innovation are at the forefront of luxury supercars. This book explores the cool features that make Porches 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. Books feature educational sidebars, table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, and timeline.
Tech and innovation are at the forefront of luxury supercars. This book explores the cool features that make Maseratis 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. Books feature educational sidebars, table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, and timeline.
Tech and innovation are at the forefront of luxury supercars. This book explores the cool features that make Lamborghinis 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.Books feature educational sidebars, table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, and timeline.
Tech and innovation are at the forefront of luxury supercars. This book explores the cool features that make Ferraris 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.Books feature educational sidebars, a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, and timeline.
Tech and innovation are at the forefront of luxury supercars. This book explores the cool features that make Bugattis 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.
Epic and exotic cars do more than roar down drag strips and speed through curves. They capture the imagination and interest of children everywhere and encourage them to race into reading. Through dynamic, action-packed imagery, labeled photos and other graphics, and engaging text, this series puts readers behind the wheel as it explorers the cars’ designs, technology, and evolution, leaving them racing for more.
Militaries around the world use aircraft to defend and attack. Huge bombers take out the enemy. Fighter jets hide from radar. With hi/lo text and powerful infographics, readers will soar along with the fastest and most powerful military aircraft in the air today.
Militaries around the world use aircraft to defend and attack. Huge bombers take out the enemy. Fighter jets hide from radar. With hi/lo text and powerful infographics, readers will soar along with the fastest and most powerful military aircraft in the air today.
Militaries around the world use aircraft to defend and attack. Huge bombers take out the enemy. Fighter jets hide from radar. With hi/lo text and powerful infographics, readers will soar along with the fastest and most powerful military aircraft in the air today.
Militaries around the world use aircraft to defend and attack. Huge bombers take out the enemy. Fighter jets hide from radar. With hi/lo text and powerful infographics, readers will soar along with the fastest and most powerful military aircraft in the air today.
Militaries around the world use aircraft to defend and attack. Huge bombers take out the enemy. Fighter jets hide from radar. With hi/lo text and powerful infographics, readers will soar along with the fastest and most powerful military aircraft in the air today.
In Superfast Motorcycles, early fluent readers will learn about the mechanics, design, engines, and aerodynamics that make motorcycles 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 motorcycles using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Superfast Motorcycles also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In Superfast Jets, early fluent readers will learn about the mechanics, design, engines, and aerodynamics that make jets 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 jets using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Superfast Jets also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In Superfast Cars, early fluent readers will learn about the mechanics, design, engines, and aerodynamics that make cars 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 cars using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Superfast Cars also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In Superfast Boats, 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. Superfast Boats also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In Hindenburg, early fluent readers will learn about the science behind the crash of this monumental airship. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they explore what we have learned in the wake of this disaster. An infographic illustrates parts of an airship, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the Hindenburg using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Hindenburg also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
What makes something "smart?" In the Exploring the Internet of Things series, readers discover how inanimate objects, from watches to home speakers to even t-shirts, help people get things done better, faster, and smarter. In Smart Vehicles, readers will learn the practical application, technological and future advancements, and innovation of IoT in self-driving cars. Includes informative sidebars, data-focused text, and 21st Century Skills backmatter content.
Readers get acquainted with the people behind today's most cutting-edge technologies in the self-driving car tech field--from bright ideas to cool new products--and inspires readers to consider a high-tech future career. Careers in Self-Driving Car Technology introduces six exciting careers and features sidebar activities that invite readers to Imagine That! and Dig Deeper! Includes table of contents, glossary, index, and supplementary backmatter.
When she was seven years old, Geraldine (Jerrie) Mock took her first airplane ride. She decided then and there to be a pilot. Growing up, she was inspired by radio broadcasts detailing the travels of aviatrix Amelia Earhart. Joan Merriam was 15 when she took her first plane ride in 1952. She got her pilot's license before she could even drive a car. And like Jerrie, Joan too was inspired by Earhart and wanted to circle the globe, following Earhart's exact route. Years later, when both women begin to plan their dream flights, they are completely unaware of each other, and coincidentally pick the same time to depart. But when the media gets word of their plans, the stage is set for the race of a lifetime. This picture book retells the extraordinary story of the 1964 air race between Americans Geraldine Mock and Joan Merriam Smith, the first two women to fly around the world.
A fast-paced, high-interest introduction to sports cars, two-seater race cars known for their powerful engines and use in endurance races. Also included is a biographical story about sports car driver Colin Braun.
A fast-paced, high-interest introduction to stock cars, modified race cars known for their aftermarket parts and use in oval track races. Also included is a biographical story about stock car driver Darrell Wallace Jr.
A fast-paced, high-interest introduction to rally cars, modified race cars known for their teams of drivers and use in multi-stage rally races. Also included is a biographical story about rally driver Michèle Mouton.
