Wild Rides!: Hydroplane Boats

Speed, power, performance, and fun! Ready for Wild Rides? Start off exploring how these vehicles have evolved over the years, then discover why they continue to fascinate people today. Jet-powered hydroplane boats can go faster than 300 miles (480 kilometers) per hour. Discover the types of hydroplanes, their engines, and the different races in which they compete. Also learn about famous hydroplane boat raders and the speed records they have set.

Marcie Flinchum Atkins - Children's Literature

This high interest nonfiction books gives information about hydroplane boats for upper elementary readers. The book is divided into short chapters. At the beginning of each chapter there are bullets with brief details about what should be learned in that chapter. The first chapter gives general information and introduces the reader to hydroplane boats. The next chapter tells about the history of hydroplane boats and how they evolved into the types of boats that are raced today. The third chapter details how a hydroplane boat is designed including the various parts of the boat and the materials they are made of. It also explains the safety gear that is used in racing the boats. The last chapter explains how hydroplane boats are raced including how the races are organized. Famous hydroplane boat racers are introduced and various speed records are discussed. One famous hydroplane boat racer is presented as a brief biography in the back of the book. A glossary, list of books for further reading, useful addresses, Internet sites, and an index are also included. 2004, Capstone Press, Ages 8 to 12.