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3) Funny cars
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
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"Amazing photography accompanies engaging information about funny cars. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.
4) Super Cars
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
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High speeds, superior handling, and sleek design are all features of super cars. Readers will learn about the history and technology of these extreme sports cars as well as how they are developed and used today.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
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Bullet trains originated in Japan. They are the fastest trains on Earth. Young readers will learn about the history of bullet trains, the technology that makes their high speeds possible, and what bullet trains may be like in the future!
6) Jet Fighters
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
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The high maneuverability and speed of jet fighters cause pilots to experience g-forces nine times that of gravity! Students will learn about the history, technology, and future of the fastest jet fighters in the world.
7) Powerboats
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
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High-performance engines make these boats capable of incredible speeds. Young readers will learn how powerboats are designed to reduce wind resistance in their goal of reaching the fastest speed possible.
8) Race cars
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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This book describes race cars, open-wheel cars, and stock cars highlighting their history, construction, and racing.
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This book introduces readers to the world's fastest cars, highlighting record-setting cars from the past, as well as the technology and innovations that helped them achieve those speeds. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further...
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This book introduces readers to the world's fastest roller coasters, highlighting record-setting roller coasters from the past, as well as the technology and innovations that helped them achieve those speeds. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
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Most motorcycles can go pretty fast. However, some are designed to reach incredibly fast speeds! Kids will read about the history of motorcycles, the technology behind the fastest bikes, and what the future holds for the world's fastest motorcycles.
12) Salt Flat Racers
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
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The fastest salt flat racers can reach speeds over 750 miles per hour! Students will learn about the salt flats, the history of salt flat racing, and the technology behind some of the fastest land vehicles on Earth.
13) Indy Cars
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Indy cars are open wheel race cars that are used in the Indy Racing League (IRL). The cars speed along tracks with straight stretches and sharp turns. Safety is a large concern, as Indy car racing is very dangerous. Readers will learn about the technology in Indy cars and about the future of Indy car racing.
14) Roller Coasters
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
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Roller coasters offer riders high speeds and thrilling drops! The fastest roller coasters can reach speeds over 100 miles per hour! Eager students will plunge into learning about how roller coasters offer fast, sky-high thrills.
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This book introduces readers to the world's fastest motorcycles, highlighting record-setting motorcycles from the past, as well as the technology and innovations that helped them achieve those speeds. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources...
16) Supersonic Jets
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
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Supersonic jets travel faster than the speed of sound. These jets are designed to maintain stability and function at very high temperatures. Kids will read about the technology, history, and future of supersonic jets.
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This book introduces readers to the world's fastest rockets, highlighting record-setting rockets from the past, as well as the technology and innovations that helped them achieve those speeds. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for...
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This book introduces readers to the world's fastest trains, highlighting record-setting trains from the past, as well as the technology and innovations that helped them achieve those speeds. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for...
19) Stock Cars
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
People have raced stock cars for almost a century. The technology has changed, but the excitement of the races has remained the same. This title explains the history of stock cars, what's under their hoods, and what the future holds for these high-speed race cars.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
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Motorcycle drag racing is becoming a very popular motor sport. Amateur racers use their street bikes to drag race, while professionals use drag bikes that can reach 200 miles per hour. Readers will learn about drag racing motorcycles, their technology, and what the future has in store for this high-speed sport.