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1) Cars
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Brief text and labeled illustrations discuss the characteristics and uses of different types of automobiles, including sport cars, family sedans, racing cars, all-terrain vehicles, and vans.
3) Car
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A photo essay about the history, development, and impact of automobiles from horseless carriages and Model T Fords to today's high-performance racing cars; featuring detailed cutaway photos showing how the moving parts of a car work.
5) Cars
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From airbags to brakes, learn all about the science and technologies that help cars drive safely down the road. Easy-to-read text and vibrant, full-color photos captivate young readers. Plus, bolded glossary terms and a key stats section make it easy to zoom in and learn more.
6) Stock cars
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"Simple text and photographs present stock cars, their parts, and how drivers use stock cars"--Provided by publisher.
7) Automobile
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In Automobile, young readers will learn all about the automobile through the years, from a horseless carriage to a Model T to an electric car. Beautiful design, fascinating photographs, and simple text introduce new readers to the famous invention.
Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
Applied to STEM Concepts of Learning Principles.
Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key...
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Kick excitement into high gear with this extreme title! Short, easy-to-read text pairs with full-color, action-packed photos to introduce young adventurers to go-kart racing. Readers will learn the history of go-kart racing and about go-karts, including the frame, tires, and engine, chassis, and suspension. Safety equipment is discussed including helmets, driving suits, neck braces, rib protectors, pads, gloves, and boots. Types of racing are covered...
9) Dragsters
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Offers readers a close-up look at dragsters and drag racing. Includes glossary and comprehension quiz.
TRANSPORT (CHILDREN'S / TEENAGE). Offers readers a close-up look at dragsters. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, labeled diagrams, and a "How It Works" feature, the book provides a thrilling overview of this exciting vehicle. Ages 9+
10) Formula 1 cars
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"In Formula 1 Cars, early readers will go to the racetrack and learn about Formula 1 cars, their drivers, and how these fast cars win F1 races. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they discover the unique features of these cars. A picture diagram labels the parts of a Formula 1 car, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Formula 1 cars online using our safe...
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Porsche sells more cars annually and has won more races than any other car company. Lotus is known for its handcrafted cars for both the racetrack and street. Both are well-respected companies with very different histories. How do they stack up against each other? Readers will learn to compare and contrast as they settle this ultimate battle for themselves.
12) Maserati MC20
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""Engaging images accompany information about the Maserati MC20. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--Provided by publisher"-- Provided by publisher.
14) Cars
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Put the pedal to the metal! Readers will be racing to get their hands on this awesome inside look at cars. Detailed illustrations introduce readers to the anatomy of cars, showing their different parts and how they work, and clearly labeled diagrams show them the engineering behind vehicles. Complex concepts are explained in accessible language, ensuring readers will follow along with ease. This in-depth look at the mechanics of automobiles will give...
15) Let's go by car
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This title strengthens reading and comprehension skills and strategies. It is designed for guided, shared and independent reading. The first part of this book displays elements common to cars. The second part highlights examples of different uses of cars. There are full-color photographs, a fun facts page and a glossary. This informative and entertaining multipart series introduces young readers to different modes of transportation. The first part...
16) Crazy cars
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"Since cars were invented, they've been pushed to maximum speed, both on the road and on the track. This high-interest historical take on the evolution of high-velocity vehicles features the famous cars that have pushed the extremes and the people who have made them possible. Timelines, up-close photographs, and action-packed images accompany the accessible text, which includes plenty of statistics and other facts. From deafening dragsters to a rocket...
17) McLaren 720s
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"Engaging images accompany information about the McLaren 720S. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"-- Provided by publisher.
18) Cool cars
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Rhyming text and illustrations describe different kinds of cars, including fast cars, police cars, taxis, and convertibles.
19) Stock cars
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"Engaging images accompany information about stock cars. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"-- Provided by publisher.
20) McLaren
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"The Supercars series explores the history and technology that give supercars their title"-- Provided by publisher.

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