Description |
32 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 26 cm |
Series |
Checkered flag |
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Checkered flag (PowerKids Press)
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Note |
Includes index. |
Contents |
What is NASCAR? -- The history of NASCAR -- NASCAR series -- The car -- The driver -- The track -- Famous tracks -- Race day -- Racing rules -- The pit stop hustle -- Crash course -- NASCAR stars -- You and NASCAR. |
Summary |
NASCAR is one of today s hottest sports. This book gives readers a close an up-close look at everything that makes this sport exciting, competitive, thrilling, and even dangerous. Beginning with NASCAR s history, the text examines how the sport has evolved, the men and women who work in the pit and behind the wheel, and interesting facts about the extreme races that are broadcast around the world. The text includes tips for readers to get involved and a graphic organizer of NASCAR s recognizable flags. Sidebars and Fast Fact fact boxes provide opportunities for additional learning. |
Audience |
3456 Childrens Plus, Inc. |
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S Fountas and Pinnell. |
Study Program |
Accelerated Reader AR RL 5.8 1.0 172218 PCMS. |
Subject |
Stock car racing -- United States.
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Added Title |
National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing racing |
ISBN |
148985049x |
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1499401647 |
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1499401744 |
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9781489850492 |
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9781499401646 |
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9781499401745 |
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