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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...
5) Green Berets
Author
Publisher
ABDO
Pub. Date
2012.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This title examines the US Army Special Forces, also known as the Green Berets. Readers will learn about the role of commandoes in modern warfare. Topics include the history of the Green Berets, survival skills training and organization of team members, plus special equipment such as high-altitude low-opening (HALO) helmets, night vision goggles, assault rifles, and scuba gear.
6) Navy SEALs
Author
Publisher
ABDO Pub. Co
Pub. Date
2012.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Details the history and mission of the U.S. Navy SEALS, an elite special operations force that undertakes missions using stealth and guerilla warfare tactics.
7) 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.
10) 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.
11) 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
12) 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...
14) 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.
15) 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.
16) 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.
17) 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.
18) 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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