Sports Cars
Speed zone Series
on Goodreads (8)
What’s inside...
Ready. Set. Read! Sports Cars showcases the thrilling world of sports cars, featuring models like the Viper, Corvette, Porsche, Ferrari, and Lamborghini. The book offers large, full-color photographs and detailed explanations about the history, capabilities, and technology of these exhilarating machines. It aligns with Common Core Standards and is correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. The book also defines what a race car is, and discusses famous examples.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
10-18
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think makes sports cars different from other types of cars?
If you could design your own sports car, what features would you include?
Why do you think people enjoy watching sports car races?
What do you think are the most important qualities a sports car should have?
Tip: Role play these questions
Show genuine interest in their thoughts and ideas, and encourage them to elaborate on their responses.
Relate the discussion to real-life examples of sports cars, perhaps from sports events or movies they have seen.
Encourage them to draw or describe their ideal sports car, fostering creativity and deeper thinking about the book's theme.
Discuss the science behind how sports cars are designed to be fast and efficient, linking it to educational aspects.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: Throughout 'Sports Cars,' children are introduced to various car races where teamwork is necessary for the pit crews and drivers to succeed.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of working together to achieve common goals, which is applicable in school projects or sports teams.
Example Lesson: Perseverance and Problem-Solving
Explanation: The book highlights situations where cars face mechanical issues, and the team must work together to find solutions, exemplifying perseverance.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to persist in solving problems, whether in completing a difficult puzzle or mastering a new skill.
Example Lesson: Understanding Rules and Safety
Explanation: John Hamilton explains the rules of racing and the importance of safety measures for drivers, emphasizing responsible behavior.
Real-World Application: This can teach children to follow rules and understand the safety precautions at home, in school, or in public places.
Example Lesson: Appreciation for Technology and Engineering
Explanation: The book dives into the engineering behind sports cars, inspiring curiosity about how things work.
Real-World Application: This could spark interest in STEM fields and encourage children to explore science and engineering education paths.