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 author, and a listing of source notes. Author/Illustrator biography Index Informative sidebars Primary-source text Sources for further research Suggested websites Table of contents Glossary of key words The Inside Look at Sports Events puts readers in the middle of the action at some of the world's most exciting sporting events. Learn about the athletes, coaches, fans, and media involved in the thrilling events. Each chapter shares the perspective of various people involved and narrates their experiences. Primary-source quotes are included, along with thrilling photographs, fast facts, and sources for further research to extend learning and aid in comprehension. Additional features include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, an index, and an introduction to the author.