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People have hunted since the beginning of humankind, using many different methods and tools. Readers will enjoy learning about hunting in the past and in the present. They will learn about different kinds of hunting tools, where they can hunt, and which hunting methods work best for different game. Exciting text is aided by sidebars and fact boxes to give readers a deep understanding of the sport of hunting. Full-color photographs and fact-filled text will connect readers to nature and encourage respect for conserving the balance of the natural world.
Fishing isn’t only for adults. This book introduces kids to the sport of fishing. Readers will learn about fishing gear, different kinds of saltwater and freshwater fish, and how to cast a line. They’ll be able to plan a trip, know where to fish, and know what kinds of fish are found in different kinds of water. Readers will enjoy fact boxes and sidebars, which add fun facts to the main text. Vibrant photographs will encourage readers to get out on the water and catch their own fish!
There’s nothing like sleeping in the great outdoors. This book introduces readers to essential camping skills, such as making a campfire, observing nature, and pitching a tent. Readers will learn where they can camp, what kinds of campsites are available, and what they should pack to survive in the wild. The engaging main text is supported with sidebars and fact boxes packed with fun facts. Readers will love exploring nature through full-color photographs, and may even be inspired to plan a family camping trip of their own.
It’s time to take a hike! This book introduces readers to an exciting pastime for wilderness enthusiasts. Readers will learn about different kinds of trails to trek and trips to take in nature. They’ll learn how to plan, what to pack, and tips and tools for staying safe and making the most of their hiking adventure. Full-color photographs are sure to inspire a love for nature, while accessible, fact-filled text provides a deep understanding of wilderness survival and enjoyment. Readers will have all the tools and knowledge they need to hit the trails.
Treat your readers to a riveting look at a classic car. The Chevrolet Corvette is commonly called America's sports car. In 1953, Chevrolet introduced the first generation of the Corvette, the C1, at the Motorama display at the New York Auto Show. Corvettes have participated in racing since 1960, when three C-1s were entered in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Today, the Corvette is in its seventh generation and is produced in a number of different packages. Since 1978, these beautiful automobiles have been pace cars for the Indianapolis 500 14 times. Throughout the years, the Corvette has been a symbol of American craftsmanship and has beaten its European rivals in a number of ways.
Introduce your readers to the Ferrari, which has received numerous accolades for design and performance, both as race cars and luxury automobiles. Enzo Ferrari worked for Alfa Romeo, but left the company in 1939 to begin his own automobile company. Ferrari's main goal was to create an automobile capable of beating Alfa Romeo in a car of his creation. He opened Auto Avio Costruzioni in Modena, Italy, in 1939. In 1947, Ferrari took a V12, known today as the 125 S, out for it's first test drive. Ferraris have shined on the racing circuit and Enzo Ferrari was awarded for his devotion for adding to Italy's international reputation after World War II.
Comets are celestial objects that orbit the sun. They're comprised of frozen gases, rock, and dust. When a comet hurtles near the sun, its dusts and gases heat up and form a halo and a tail. Your intrepid explorers will learn the scientific history of discovering and identifying comets and the difference between comets and other space objects. Photographs and artist renderings of comets and their paths help readers understand these amazing astronomical phenomena.
Introduce readers to the Ford Mustang, which was unveiled at the 1964 New York World's Fair. In its first two years of production, the four-seat sports car sold more than 1 million cars. The Mustang was a new class of car, the pony car. Other American automobile manufacturers copied Ford's design and specifications, but Ford has always been the company to do the pony car the best. Now in its sixth generation, the Mustang comes in a variety of packages, ranging from the standard V6 GT to the high-performance GT350R, for all types of car enthusiasts. Stunning photographs support this fascinating story.
Bright photographs and a compelling narrative provide your readers with the fascinating history of Porsches. The first automobile produced by Ferdinand Porsche was an electric car called the Lohner Porsche, which caught the eye of many people at the Paris World Fair in 1900. In 1931, Porsche founded the company Dr. Ing h. c. F. Porsche GmbH in Stuttgart, Germany. The first car the company created was designed to be a car for the people, the Volkswagen Beetle in 1934. In 1948, the Porsche 356 became the first Porsche sports car. Today, Porsche not only offers engineering services, but also has its own line of luxury vehicles and endurance race cars.
On June 24, 1910, a group of businessmen, headed by Italian aristocrat Ugo Stella, took over the Italian plant of the French car company Societa Italiana Automobili Darracq located in Portello, Italy, just outside Milan. Stella renamed the company Anonima Lombarda Fabbrica Automobili, or ALFA. From this day forward, a new class of cars was being produced. Over the years, Alfa Romeo has produced airplane engines, race cars, and family vehicles. This book explores the rich history of these iconic automobiles and how they have impacted the automobile industry.