Superfast Indy Car Racing

by Joseph Steven Wolkin

Overview

How did Indy car racing begin? Who are some of the most famous racers? Find out in this exciting look at the sport, with thrilling facts and photos that put readers in the middle of the racing action.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781541587373
Publisher:	Lerner Publishing Group
Publication date:	01/01/2020
Series:	Extreme Speed (Lerner T Sports)
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	6.50(w) x 8.80(h) x 0.20(d)
Lexile:	980L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 10 Years

About the Author

Joseph Wolkin is an editor of multiple newspapers in New York. He started as a motor sports journalist at the age of 18, and soon after became the youngest member ever in the National Motorsports Press Association.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 The Indy 500 4

Chapter 2 What is an Indy Car? 12

Chapter 3 Racing an Indy Car 18

Chapter 4 It's Race Day! 24

Indy Car Family Tree 29

Glossary 30

Further Information 31

Index 32

Editorial Reviews

"Young researchers will gain much from this streamlined set. Each book speeds into the history of racing as well as the process of preparing for and competing in the races. Formula 1 cars have such specific guidelines that even the driver's weight is regulated—they can't weigh less than 176 pounds or the vehicle will be too light. Going far beyond the simple descriptions of racing, these books describe how the cars are built, how they've evolved, and the electronic components that give drivers incredible control. Protective gear is described for all, but it is particularly emphasized for motorcycle racers as they crash frequently and have no other protection. 'Profiles in Speed' introduce readers to famous racers like Jimmie Johnson and Nico Rosberg. The clean layout with minimal sidebars is inviting for older readers using these books for research purposes. VERDICT A recommended first purchase."—School Library Journal, Series Made Simple

From the Publisher

04/01/2020

Gr 2–5—Young researchers will gain much from this streamlined set. Each book speeds into the history of racing as well as the process of preparing for and competing in the races. Formula 1 cars have such specific guidelines that even the driver's weight is regulated—they can't weigh less than 176 pounds or the vehicle will be too light. Going far beyond the simple descriptions of racing, these books describe how the cars are built, how they've evolved, and the electronic components that give drivers incredible control. Protective gear is described for all, but it is particularly emphasized for motorcycle racers as they crash frequently and have no other protection. "Profiles in Speed" introduce readers to famous racers like Jimmie Johnson and Nico Rosberg. The clean layout with minimal sidebars is inviting for older readers using these books for research purposes. VERDICT A recommended first purchase.

School Library Journal