Curious about Indy Cars

Written by Rachel Grack

Part of the Curious about Cool Rides series

Discover the thrilling world of Indy car racing and its intense challenges.

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24 pages· 530L

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Bookroo's summary

Dive into the exhilarating world of Indy car racing, where drivers face grueling conditions in the iconic Indianapolis 500. Explore the mechanics of these powerful machines, from their unique parts to the intense physical demands on drivers. This engaging question-and-answer book invites young readers to uncover the secrets of racing, with vibrant infographics and a 'Stay Curious!' feature that encourages ongoing exploration and research skills. Perfect for budding racers eager to learn what sets Indy cars apart from the rest.

From the publisher

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.

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