S. L Hamilton

This title explores the history of the Indianapolis 500 automobile race. Readers will learn about important people in Indianapolis 500 history such as Carl Fisher. Readers will learn abut the race's track and how it is run, through four turns and straightaways. Readers will learn the rules of the race from time trials to vehicle requirements. Top drivers such as A.J. Foyt, Al Unser, Rick Mears, Mario Andretti are introduced, as are top cars Mercedes...

This title introduces readers to crickets. Different types of crickets are examined such as Bull and Mole. Readers will learn about each cricket's body including its head, thorax, abdomen, and will also discover how they use their long antennae. Where each cricket can be found is covered, as well as how they are grown for food around the world. Xtreme facts provide additional information on these interesting insects. Aligned to Common Core Standards...

This title explores the history of the Tour de France. Readers will meet important people in Tour de France history such as Géo Lefèvre. Readers will learn about the race's course through the 21 daily stages of The Loop. Readers will learn the rules of the race from time trials to Le Grand Départ, and the meaning of different colored jerseys that are awarded along the way. Top cyclists such as Lance Armstrong and Eddy Merckx are also introduced....

This title introduces readers to ants. Different types of ants are examined such as venomous, biting, jumping, trap-building, super colony, and invading ants. Readers will learn about each ant's body including all the parts of its head, thorax, and abdomen, and will also discover which ants can deliver a venomous sting or bite. Where each ant can be found is covered, as are which ants you can eat! Xreme facts provide additional information on these...

This title introduces readers to Diving. Readers will learn the requirements for Diving success, such as precise timing and controlled body movement. Different types of dives are examined, such as Platform Springboard Synchronized and Cliff. A short history of the sport is included, as is a discussion of its risks. Xtreme facts provide additional information on this exciting sport. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....

This title introduces readers to reptiles that make wonderful pets! Included are snakes, dragons, monitors, iguanas, geckos, anoles, chameleons, skinks, turtles, and tortoises. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

This title introduces readers to cats that make wonderful pets! Find out which cats are the smallest and hairiest, the best hunters and climbers, the fastest runners, the highest jumpers, which cats love water, which cats have the longest whiskers and loudest purr, and which cats have no tails! Ragdoll, Maine Coon, Singapura, Skookum, Persian, Turkish Angora, Sphynx, Peterbald, French Chartreux, American Shorthair, Egyptian Mau, Savannah, Chausie,...

Simple text and dynamic close-up photographs bring young readers face-to-face with copperheads. Your students will learn about body parts, how the snakes hunt, habitat, nesting, and their striking ability. The book also features information on snake handlers and what to do if you're bitten. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

This title introduces readers to the job of stunt performer. A short history of the profession is included, and readers will learn about the different types of "gags" such as precision driving, high falls, fire stunts, crashing through glass, and taking a punch. Equipment needed to do the job right and to stay safe is discussed, such as helmets, harnesses, protective jackets, gloves, boots, PortaPits, gel and Nomex suits. The education and training...

Simple text and close-up photographs present the amazing advancements of today's robots. Readers will learn about the incredible developments of human-like automatons, some who perform dangerous work and others who execute finely detailed skills. This book contains important details about how these robots are designed to assist, protect, and benefit humans. Includes surprising information about companies and engineers creating today's most up-to-date...