Inside the Daytona 500

Through narrative nonfiction text, readers learn about the thrilling finishes and unlikely stories behind the creation and growth of one of the most famous motorsports events in the world. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a fast-fact section, fact-filled captions and callouts, a glossary, sources for further research, an introduction to the authors, and a listing of source notes. Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Phonetics Photo captions Primary-source text Sources for further research Suggested websites Table of contents Sports have a way of captivating our attention, and Inside Big Events takes you into some of the biggest sporting events in the world. Each narrative nonfiction title features classic stories and new perspectives about famous athletes and intense moments. With easy-to-read text and a fast facts section, readers are transported right into the action. Full-color and historical photos connect readers to the stories, while a table of contents, phonetic glossary, index, critical-thinking questions, introduction to the authors, and sources for further research help readers deepen their knowledge.