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1) Muscle cars
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Pub
Pub. Date
[2013]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Introduces the history and types of "muscle" cars.
2) Hydroplanes
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Pub
Pub. Date
[2013]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This book introduces hydroplanes, fast race boats, describing their history, classes, parts, engines, and race courses.
3) Cruisers
Author
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Introduces readers to the history of cruisers along with the components that make up a cruiser and discusses events such as touring and rallies as well as safety tips.
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo & Daughters
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
This title features the missions of artificial satellites sent to Mars. Using simple text, maps, and "out-of-this-world" photography, readers learn about the Mariner missions of the 1960s/1970s, plus the U.S. Mars Global Surveyor, Mars Express, Mars Reconnaissance, and others. Also explored are the orbiters of other nations, including Russia, India, and Japan. Planned future missions are also included.
6) Mars landers
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo & Daughters, an imprint of Abdp Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
This title features the missions of landers that have been sent to Mars and collected science data and photographs from a stationary point on the planet's surface. Through simple text, maps, and stunning photography, readers will learn about the twin U.S. Viking missions of the 1970s, early Russian efforts, the U.S. Mars Pathfinder, and the European Space Agency's Beagle 2. Planned future missions are also explored.
8) Sport bikes
Author
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
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 sport bikes. Readers will learn what a sport bike is and about the three general classes of sport bikes. Sport bike components are discussed, including the engine, chassis, tires, wheels, and brakes. Events such as touring and racing are also covered. Extreme facts supplement the text, leaving...
Author
Series
Publisher
A & D Extreme, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
2014.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
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...
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo & Daughters, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Readers will explore Mars' hold on humankind's imagination, early astronomical observations, and then trace the cultural history of the Red Planet all the way up to today's popular movies and books. Important details include examinations of literature such as H.G. Wells' War of the Worlds, as well as recent books and movies such as Andy Weir's The Martian. -- Adapted from publisher's description.
11) Mars Rovers
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo & Daughters
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
This title covers the U.S. robotic rover missions on Mars. Through simple text, maps, and stunning photography, readers will learn about the Pathfinder, Spirit, Opportunity, and Curiosity rovers. Planned future missions from the U.S. and other countries will also be explored.
13) Steer wrestling
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company
Pub. Date
2014.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This title introduces readers to steer wrestling, a timed rodeo event. Readers will learn the rules of competition from the doggie's leap out of the box to the bulldogger's successful throw. Sanctioning bodies such as the Professional Cowboy Rodeo Association (PRCA) are also introduced. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
17) The FBI
Author
Publisher
ABDO Pub
Pub. Date
[2007]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Describes the history, organization, and activities of the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation."--From source other than the Library of Congress
18) Sports cars
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Pub
Pub. Date
[2013]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Defines what a race car is, and discusses famous examples.
19) Stock cars
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO
Pub. Date
[2013]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Discusses stock cars and stock car racing.
20) Roping
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company
Pub. Date
2014.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This title introduces readers to roping, a timed rodeo event. Readers will learn the rules of tie-down, break-away, and team roping competitions, from tying the piggin' string in a hooey, dropping the flag, to the finish signals of cowboys, herders, and heelers. Sanctioning bodies such as the Professional Cowboy Rodeo Association (PRCA) are also introduced. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint...
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