What's it like to drive an Indy car? Spark early readers' natural curiosity about racing with this inquiry-based nonfiction approach to Indy cars.
Indy car drivers get a real workout. In the Indianapolis 500, drivers go 200 laps, driving for about 3 hours. There's no power steering and braking takes about 100 pounds of force each time. Appeal to budding racers with this question-and-answer book covering Indy car parts, fuel, and how they differ from other race cars. Simple infographics draw in browsers and visual learners.
A Stay Curious! feature encourages kids to keep asking questions while doubling as a mini media literacy lesson on research skills. Includes table of contents, glossary, and index.
ISBN: 9781681526836
PUBLISHER: Amicus Publishing
AUTHOR: Rachel Grack
READING LEVEL: GRADE 2
PAGES: 24
COPYRIGHT: 2023
SERIES: Curious about Cool Rides
LEXILE: 530
SUBJECTS: Sports and Recreation
