Extreme Acceleration

Extreme Acceleration is an informational explanation of Top Fuel dragster racing.  The book describes the phenomenal capabilities of these vehicles, as well as the design features that make their feats possible.  The style is informative and conversational.

The book has a contents and is divided into eight sections.  Section headings are used.  The text is composed of a variety of sentence types.  Captioned and labelled photographs, diagrams and fact boxes support the text and add meaning.  A comparison chart puts the speed in perspective.  A glossary and index are provided.  The book concludes with a two-page spread that tells how to write an informational explanation.

Some words may require clarification: maximize, minimize, ratio, serviced.

This title is from the Sails Literacy series. Hook readers and ignite their curiosity - over 700 levelled texts with bright, colourful, sophisticated designs.