The Thrills and Chills of Amusement Parks
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2015 · Est. 32 min read

The Thrills and Chills of Amusement Parks

By Jordan D. Brown, Mark Borgions (Illustrator)

Part of the Science of Fun Stuff series

Discover the surprising science powering amusement park rides.

3.9/5 Goodreads · 65 ratings
48 pages· 2,813 words· Est. 32 min read
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Dive into the thrilling world of amusement parks and uncover the secrets behind rollercoasters and bumper cars. How do these rides operate without engines or gas? Young science enthusiasts will explore fascinating facts and test their knowledge with engaging quizzes. This adventure into the mechanics of fun will leave readers eager to learn more about the science that makes amusement parks so exciting.

From the publisher

Learn the science behind the fun of amusement parks in this fact-tastic nonfiction Level 3 Ready-to-Read, part of a series about the science of fun stuff! Did you know that a rollercoaster does not need an engine or power source of its own? And how exactly does a bumper car go without gas? Young science lovers will flip when they learn about the science behind amusement parks in this fun, fact-filled Level 3 Ready-to-Read! A special section at the back of the book includes Common Core-vetted extras on subjects like geography and math, and there’s even a fun quiz so readers can test themselves to see what they’ve learned!

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
48
Words
2,813
Reading age
6–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
NC920L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5.2
F&P level
~V
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
173800
Publication
Published
February 17, 2015
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781481428583

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