Hotshot rookie race car Lightning McQueen is living life in the fast lane until he hits a detour on his way to the most important race of his life. Stranded in Radiator Springs, a forgotten town on old Route 66, he meets Sally, Mater, Doc Hudson, and a variety of quirky characters who help him discover that there's more to life than trophies and fame.

Detailed illustrations introduce readers to the anatomy of cars, showing their different parts and how they work, and the engineering behind vehicles.

From airbags to brakes, learn all about the science and technologies that help cars drive safely down the road. Easy-to-read text and vibrant, full-color photos captivate young readers. Plus, bolded glossary terms and a key stats section make it easy to zoom in and learn more.

"In Cars, emergent readers learn about cars and how they're used as a mode of transportation. Carefully crafted text uses high-frequency words, repetitive sentence patterns, and strong visual references to support emergent readers, ensuring reading success by making sure they aren't facing too many challenges at once."--

Your new family car looks very different than the Model T developed by Henry Ford. Cars of today are much faster, safer, and more reliable than the Model T. Have you ever wondered how new cars are developed? The Innovation in Transportation series takes a look at the people and creative ideas that have changed the automotive industry.

Discover Series Books for Babies,Toddlers Time to take a drive! Featuring full,color photographs of cars, buses, trucks and more, CARS is ideal for children who love seeing things that go. Each page features a brilliantly photographed image along with a title so the next time your four,year,old is debating the merits of SUVs versus Jeeps, you can join in the fun! Used as a jumpstart for interaction, Discover Series Picture Books are a great way to...

Blindsided by a new generation of blazing-fast racers, the legendary Lightning McQueen is suddenly pushed out of the sport he loves. To get back in the game, he will need the help of an eager young race technician with her own plan to win, inspiration from the late Fabulous Hudson Hornet, and a few unexpected turns. Proving that #95 isn't through yet will test the heart of a champion on Piston Cup Racing's biggest stage!

Offers readers a close-up look at sports cars via colorful spreads, fun facts, sidebars, labeled diagrams, and a "how it works" feature, Includes glossary and comprehension quiz.