Flynn, Brendan
Summary: "In car racing, more is better--more speed, more races, and more wins. In 2019, Brittany Force smashed Tony Schumacher's record for the fastest speed in a dragster. And Hendrick Motorsports has more NASCAR wins than any other team. In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, young readers can track these exciting moments and other record-breaking achievements in car racing. Fast-paced and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2024
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.72 FLYWolf, Bree (Bree D.)
Summary: In a world populated with monsters, ghouls, witches, magical chickens, ghosts, and regular folks, a wannabe racer and a ghost team up to win the local Grand Prix, with a blossoming romance along the way.--Publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Iron Circus Comics 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Graphic Novels, Call number: J 741.5 WOLSummary: Maggie Peyton wants to join her family's dynasty of race car drivers, but her father worries that she'll get hurt. As a college graduation gift, he buys Maggie a junked-out Volkswagen Beetle, which turns out to be Herbie, a car with a mind of its own. Soon Maggie and Herbie are racing against an arrogant racing champion and duking it out with monster trucks.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Walt Disney Home Entertainment 2005
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1 available in Digital Video Disc, Call number: DVD Family Herbie 2005Copies Available at Fife Lake
1 available in Digital Video Disc, Call number: DVD HERStilton, Geronimo
Summary: "It's the most exciting race the city has ever seen. Geronimo wants no paw in it, but it's a matter of Stilton family honor. The cars are fast, the road is winding, and the racers are...cheating! Can Trap and Geronimo figure out who is rigging the race?"
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Publisher / Publication Date: Graphix, an imprint of Scholastic 2021
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Summary: Looks at what it is like to be a race car driver, including racing-speak, profiles of top formula one drivers, and statistics.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Lerner Pub. Co. 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J Sports SutherlandStein, Garth
Summary: Enzo, a puppy who loves to run, meets a little girl named Zoë and her father, who take Enzo on a journey to the city where he discovers just how big the world is and the family he is truly meant to be with.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Harper, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers 2014
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE STESummary: Final destination: While boarding for a cross-country flight with friends, Alex has a premonition of the plane crashing. When he causes a ruckus and gets kicked off the flight, he and his friends watch in horror as the plane crashes, but Alex and his friends learn that they were fated to die on board the airplane, a fate that hunts them down one-by-one. Final destination 2: A teen with mild...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2017
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1 available in Horror DVDs, Call number: DVD HORROR FINCook, Nick.
Summary: Discusses the history and development of some of the world's fastest automobiles, describing the specific features and specifications of such cars as dragsters, Indianapolis 500 race cars, and the supersonic car.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Books 2000
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 629.228 COOMaddox, Jake.
Summary: Quarter-midget car racer Michael Haynes and his twin brother Mark, the team's mechanic, are used to winning their races, but when a new, unscrupulous racer starts competing, even causing Michael to be injured in a race, the twins are tempted to start using different tactics themselves.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Stone Arch Books 2007
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JFIC MADFoxe, Steve
Summary: "Nintendo and Mario Kart fans ages 5-8 will love to meet Mario, Luigi, and all their friends and foes in this Step 3 Step into Reading level reader as they compete and race to win!"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Random House 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE FIC FOXSummary: There are monster-sized surprises around every turn in these four wild episodes. From dinosaur rescues to monster mayhem to a Dragon Island Duel, Blaze is revved up and ready to go!
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Publisher / Publication Date: Viacom International 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Digital Video Disc, Call number: DVD JUV BLASummary: A deranged stuntman stalks his victims from the safety of his killer car, but when he picks on the wrong group of babes, all bets are off. He becomes involved in an automotive duel of epic proportions.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Weinstein Co. 2007
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1 available in Thriller DVDs, Call number: DVD THRILLER DEAFlowers, Luke
Summary: Told in rhyme, Moby Shinobi and his dog Toby volunteer to drive when his friend Jenny's junior race car driver fails to show up, but as usual his enthusiasm ends up in a mess of oil spills, flat tires, and wrong turns--but he redeems himself by repairing the oil leak, and wins the race for Jenny.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic Inc. 2021
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1 available in Beginning Readers - New Reader (Green), Call number: JBR GREEN FLOGarner, Art.
Summary: "Just before high noon on May 30th, 1964, the Indy 500 stopped for the first time in history. Seven cars had crashed in a fiery accident, killing two drivers, and threatening the very future of the 500. In this tight, fast-paced narrative, Art Garner expertly reconstructs the events, circumstances, and fatal decisions leading up to the sport's blackest day. Recalling a bygone era when drivers...
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Publisher / Publication Date: St Martins Pr 2014
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 796.72 GARMarquardt, Meg
Summary: This title examines the STEM concepts that make auto racing so thrilling. From the physics of drag and the chemistry of fuel to the technology of sensors and the engineering of car engines, chapters bring STEM concepts to life. The title also features sidebars on STEM in action, a glossary, and further resources.
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Publisher / Publication Date: SportsZone, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.72 MARMcCarthy, Meghan.
Summary: A picture book introduction to the life of the mid-twentieth-century aviation and auto racing pioneer describes her fascination with vehicles during childhood and the daring achievements that earned her the title, "First Lady of Firsts."
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Publisher / Publication Date: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers 2013
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J629.13 MCCSummary: "Whilst respecting the heritage and retaining the DNA of the franchise, DIRT 5 writes a new chapter in the legacy of DIRT - bolder and braver than ever before. New features, new innovations and a fresh approach make DIRT 5 a hub of off-road racing, style and culture, where you can constantly create highlight-reel moments."--GameStop.com
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2020
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Summary: "This photo-illustrated book for early readers describes the parts of race cars that help it go fast and win races"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bullfrog Books 2014
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.2 MORSummary: Kowalski works for a car delivery service. He takes delivery of a 1970 Dodge Challenger that needs to go from Colorado to San Fransisco. Shortly after receiving the car, he takes a bet to get it there in less than 15 hours. After a few run-ins with motorcycle cops and highway patrol, they start a chase to bring him into custody. Along the way, Kowalski is guided by Supersoul who is a blind DJ...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment 2009
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1 available in Action / Adventure DVDs, Call number: BLU-RAY ACTION/ADVENTURE VANSummary: Rev up and roll out! Gabby has the perfect tool to help Blaze get ready for the Axel City Grand Prix: a special remote control. Crusher takes her remote and activates machines all over town to slow Blaze down. Will Crusher cheat his way to victory? Next, Blaze and AJ race under the ocean and Blaze transforms into a submarine. Then, set out on a wild west quest to find a legendary track and save...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2021
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Summary: "Learn all about race cars, from how they are designed and built to which exciting new kinds of cars you might see in the future"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2018
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: Cars: 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.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2021
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: Lucky Jackson arrives in town with his car literally in tow ready for the first Las Vegas Grand Prix. At least, he will be ready to race once he has the money to buy an engine. He gets the cash easily enough, but loses it when a pretty swimming pool manager takes his mind off things. It seems he will lose both the race and the girl. His problems don't get any easier when rival Elmo Mancini, a...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Warner Home Video 2007
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Summary: "Learn about the history of auto racing and find out what it takes to make it in this exciting career field."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2015