Cheetah: Speed Demon!

By Natalie Lunis

The cheetah can run faster than any animal in the world. It races along at up to 70 miles per hour--that's more than the speed limit on most highways Plus, this sleek cat has faster acceleration than a sports car. A cheetah can go from 0 to 45 miles per hour in less than three seconds These are some of the fascinating facts in store for kids as they learn all about these speedy creatures. Eye-popping photos and clear, easy-to-read text will engage emergent readers as they discover the anatomical features that help cheetahs reach fast speeds. A "Speed-o-Meter" graphic compares the cheetah's top speed to that of humans and racehorses.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1936087898
• ISBN13: 9781936087891
• Release Date: August 2010
• Publisher: Bearport Publishing
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 10.3" x 8.4"
• Age Range: 7 to 9 years
• Grade Range: Grades 2 to 4