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"In Superfast Trains, early fluent readers will learn about the mechanics, design, engines, and aerodynamics that make trains superfast. Infographics and sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about STEM and trains using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Superfast Trains also features reading tips for...
6) Trains
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"This photo-illustrated book introduces early fluent readers to the science and engineering behind trains. Includes glossary and index."--
10) Bullet trains
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Throughout the world, high-speed trains have become a popular way to get to destinations quickly. This book describes how high-speed trains work, their history, and gives special focus to the bullet trains of Japan.
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"At top speeds of more than 250 miles per hour (400 kilometers per hour), high-speed trains are designed to carry passengers over long distances quickly and safely. The STEM of High-Speed Trains explores how trains have evolved over time and describes how special tracks, powerful motors, and physics come together to get travelers where they want to go-fast. Readers are encouraged to think critically about how trains stay on their tracks, how high-speed...
14) Ultimate trains
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Discusses the history of locomotives and the current development of high-speed trains, focusing on magnetic levitation, or Maglev, trains, with suggested experiments which demonstrate the scientific principles behind the trains.
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"In High-Speed Trains, beginning readers will learn about different high-speed trains around the world, including maglev trains, and how fast they carry passengers to their destinations. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about high-speed trains and their use"--
18) Bullet trains
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Explains what a bullet train is and how it revolutionized rail travel.
19) Bullet trains
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"Amazing photography accompanies engaging information about bullet trains. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.
20) On the tracks
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"We are the Mighty Mechanics, and we look after all kinds of high-speed vehicles. Join us for a tour of the world's fastest transport on tracks--from super-fast trains to rocket sleds. Learn about the fastest roller coaster in the world! Compare top speeds and explore the special features and cutting-edge technology that make these machines some of the speediest on Earth. See how Olympic runners measure up to these high-speed vehicles. Full of striking...
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