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Are We There Yet?

Maria Birmingham (author) Drew Shannon (illustrator)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459835214

From finding food, water and shelter to traveling for commerce, trade and eventually exploring the world, humans have always had to find their way from one place to another. Are We There Yet? examines the evolution of how we navigate the world. Our earliest ancestors relied on built-in navigation systems in our brains and followed clues like star patterns and animal behavior. Then came the invention of maps, faster transportation and eventually technology, like satellites and GPS. And from the depths of the ocean to faraway planets, there's still plenty of exploring to do.

The Invention of the Airplane

Patricia Hutchison (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503817531

Gives readers a behind-the-scenes look at the invention of the airplane. Additional features include a table of contents, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, primary source quotes and accompanying source notes, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

The Building of the Transcontinental Railroad

Peggy Caravantes (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503817524

Gives readers a behind-the-scenes look at the building of the Transcontinental Railroad. Additional features include a table of contents, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, primary source quotes and accompanying source notes, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

Inside the Daytona 500

Todd Kortemeier (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503806313

Through narrative nonfiction text, readers learn about the thrilling finishes and unlikely stories behind the creation and growth of one of the most famous motorsports events in the world. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a fast-fact section, fact-filled captions and callouts, a glossary, sources for further research, an introduction to the author, and a listing of source notes.

Ice Road Truckers in Action

Amy C. Rea (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503817456

Give readers an inside look at the dangerous job of ice road truckers. Additional features include a table of contents, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, a selected bibliography, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research.

How to Survive Being Lost at Sea

Samantha Bell (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781634071215

Through fascinating true stories and illuminating photos, learn how people stranded on the seas endure and survive against all odds! Additional features include a table of contents, informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

Behind the Wheel of a Sportbike

Alex Monnig (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503806245

Through narrative nonfiction text, readers go behind the wheel of a speedy, nimble sportbike. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, fact-filled captions and callouts, sources for further research, a selected bibliography, a glossary, and an introduction to the author.

Behind the Wheel of a Stock Car

Beth Bence Reinke (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503806269

Through narrative nonfiction text, readers go behind the wheel of a stock car and experience what it's like to race inches apart from other high-speed vehicles. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, fact-filled captions and callouts, sources for further research, a selected bibliography, a glossary, and an introduction to the author.

Behind the Wheel of a Sports Car

Alex Monnig (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503806214

Through narrative nonfiction text, readers go behind the wheel and settle in for a long endurance race in a state-of-the-art sports car. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, fact-filled captions and callouts, sources for further research, a selected bibliography, a glossary, and an introduction to the author.

Behind the Wheel of an Indy Car

Alex Monnig (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503806221

Through narrative nonfiction text, readers go behind the wheel of a speedy, open-wheel Indy car. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, fact-filled captions and callouts, sources for further research, a selected bibliography, a glossary, and an introduction to the author.

Behind the Wheel of a Monster Truck

Alex Monnig (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503806207

Through narrative nonfiction text, readers go behind the wheel of a monster truck and experience what it is like to race, crush cars, and do tricks. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, fact-filled captions and callouts, sources for further research, a selected bibliography, a glossary, and an introduction to the author.

Behind the Wheel of a Chopper

Alex Monnig (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503806191

Through narrative nonfiction text, readers go behind the wheel of a chopper and experience the pride of riding a customized motorcycle. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, fact-filled captions and callouts, sources for further research, a selected bibliography, a glossary, and an introduction to the author.

Behind the Wheel of a Dirt Bike

Alex Monnig (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503806252

Through narrative nonfiction text, readers go behind the wheel of a dirt bike and experience the thrill of racing around hairpin turns and flying off of ramps. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, fact-filled captions and callouts, sources for further research, a selected bibliography, a glossary, and an introduction to the author.

Behind the Wheel of a Dragster

Alex Monnig (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503806238

Through narrative nonfiction text, readers go behind the wheel and experience the breathtaking acceleration of a dragster. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, fact-filled captions and callouts, sources for further research, a selected bibliography, a glossary, and an introduction to the author.

Escaping a Sinking Ship

Emily Rose Oachs (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503828926

Engages readers with incredible stories of people who made daring escapes from sinking ships. Thousands of people on board fought for their lives as these ships sank to the depths of the ocean, and only some survived. Additional features include a Fast Facts spread, informative infographics, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, a selected bibliography, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.

Formula One Racing

Tom Greve (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907724

This introduction to Formula One racing discusses famous drivers, pit crews, safety, events, and prize money.

Demolition Derbies

Nicki Clausen-Grace (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907700

This book discusses the history of demolition derby competition and the types of vehicles, various events, and tactics involved.

Drag Racing

Nicki Clausen-Grace (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907717

This introduction to drag racing discusses its history, race classes, safety, events, and prize money.

Go-Kart Racing

Lee-Anne Spalding (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907731

This book provides an overview of the history and development of go-karts, racing formats, and go-kart competitions.

Indy Racing

Tom Greve (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907748

This introduction to Indy Car racing discusses famous drivers, pit crews, safety, events, and prize money.

Failures That Fueled Transportation

Martin Gitlin (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668942000

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.

What Pilots Need to Know

Diane Lindsey Reeves (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668941850

Pilots need to have the expert knowledge, skills, and tools to take to the skies. The Career Expert Files series covers professionals who are experts in their fields. These career experts know things we never thought they'd need to know, but we're glad they do.

What Auto Mechanics Need to Know

Diane Lindsey Reeves (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668941799

Auto mechanics need to have the expert knowledge, skills, and tools to keep the world's automobiles running. The Career Expert Files series covers professionals who are experts in their fields. These career experts know things we never thought they'd need to know, but we're glad they do.

Motorsports

Kaitlyn Duling (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731657466

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.

Planes

Sherry Howard (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615664

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.