Cruisers

by John Hamilton

Overview

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 cruisers. Readers will learn what a cruiser is and about the history of cruisers. Cruiser components are discussed, including the engine, chassis, tires, wheels, and brakes. Events such as touring and rallies are also covered. Extreme facts supplement the text, leaving future cruisers excited about extreme motorcycling! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781624018190
Publisher:	ABDO Publishing
Publication date:	01/01/2014
Series:	Xtreme Motorcycles
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	6 MB
Age Range:	8 - 15 Years

Table of Contents

Cruisers 4

Ticonderoga-Class Cruisers 6

Missions 8

History 10

Cruisers Fast Facts 12

Engines 14

Aegis Combat System 16

SM-2 Missiles 18

Phalanx CIWS 20

Harpoon Missiles 22

Tomahawk Cruise Missiles 24

Mk 45 Guns 26

Anti-Submarine Warfare 28

Glossary 30

Index 32