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Hot Rod Hamster (Picture books) volume 1
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.7 - AR Pts: 1
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Description
When a tiny hamster decides to build a hot rod to race at the 4 Paws Speedway, he and his furry friends go to the junkyard, where they must make decisions on which type of car, tires, parts and decorations to choose. The hamster asks readers, "Which one would you choose?
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Explores the basics of auto repair and maintenance, covering topics such as how to open the hood, how to use a jack, and how to conduct a monthly under-the-hood check; provides an overview of how a standard internal combustion engine works; explains how to perform regular maintenance tasks; and offers advice on dealing with emergencies.
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Series
Pub. Date
2023.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Questions and answers about lowriders foster inquiry-based learning for readers in early elementary. Topics include paint jobs, tires, and history. A Stay Curious! Learn More feature models research skills and doubles as a mini media literacy lesson. Includes simple infographics, glossary, and index"--
6) Redwood Bend
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Virgin River volume 18
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"Katie Malone and her twin boys' trip along the beautiful mountain roads to Virgin River is stopped short by a tire as flat as her failed romance. To make matters worse, the rain has set in, the boys are hungry and Katie is having trouble putting on a spare. As she stands at the side of the road pondering her next move, she hears a distinct rumble. The sight of the sexy, leather-clad bikers who pull up beside her puts her imagination into overdrive....
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Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 6.9 - AR Pts: 5
Description
Even after taking Driver's Ed and passing that dreaded road test, there are so many things new drivers need to learn about the practical aspects of driving that will only come from experience. Covering virtually every scenario a new driver may face, from changing a tire to negotiating privileges with parents to handling a car in bad weather, Gravelle helps teen drivers navigate through tricky new territory.--From publisher description
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Pub. Date
2019.
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"In 1914 Henry Ford and naturalist John Burroughs visited Thomas Edison in Florida and toured the Everglades. The following year Ford, Edison, and tire maker Harvey Firestone joined together on a summer camping trip and decided to call themselves the Vagabonds. They would continue their summer road trips until 1925, when they announced that their fame made it too difficult for them to carry on. Although the Vagabonds traveled with an entourage of...
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In this completely revised edition-now in full color and with new color tour maps-intrepid local writers and travelers Drea Knufken and John Daters are once again your guides to the pinnacles of the Rockies, the sandstone valleys of the Western Slope, and the windswept prairies of the eastern part of the state. Follow them through carefully crafted itineraries so you too can: Ski, hike, or camp in the massive 2.3-million-acre White River National...
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Pub. Date
[2022]
Description
Michelle and Max are not planning on a happy holiday. Their marriage is in shambles and the D word has entered their vocabulary. But now their youngest daughter, Julia, wants everyone to come to her new house in Idaho for Christmas, and she's got the guest room all ready for Mom and Dad. Oh, joy. Their other daughters, Audrey and Shyla, are driving up from California and hoping to meet a sexy rancher for Audrey along the way. What they don't plan...
11) Ready, set, go!
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Series
Pub. Date
c2021.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Told in rhyme, Moby Shinobi and his dog Toby volunteer to drive when his friend Jenny's junior race car driver fails to show up, but as usual his enthusiasm ends up in a mess of oil spills, flat tires, and wrong turns--but he redeems himself by repairing the oil leak, and wins the race for Jenny.
12) Indy cars
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 2.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Indy cars are all about speed. From the methanol-powered engine to the wings and pointed nose, each part of an Indy car helps it race faster. Don't let anything slow you down as you read all about the cars of the famous Indy 500 race."--
13) Go-kart racing
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Series
Pub. Date
2015
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
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...
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Pub. Date
2023.
Description
"Your one-stop resource for basic car care and repair. You like the idea of working on your car, but the complicated engines, sophisticated electrical systems, and other high-tech components in today's vehicles can be intimidating to approach. Not anymore! With this helpful guide by your side, you learn to troubleshoot and diagnose common car problems and make your own repairs. In it, you get: Quick tips on jumping a battery, changing a tire, and...
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Pub. Date
2015.
Description
Start your engines! Young readers will zoom around the track at over 200 MPH enjoying all types of racing vehicles including Formula racing, stock-car racing, drag racing, sprint cars, off-road racing, monster trucks, kart racing, historical racing, dirt-track racing, sports-car racing, midget-car racing, flags, tires, pit crews, engines, race-car drivers, Daytona 500, Indy 500, and more.