Cool Rides on Rails: Maglevs, Pod Cars, and More

by Tyler Dean Omoth

Book Overview

Trains and other vehicles that travel on rails and tracks have been around for hundreds of years. While most of these are for transportation, roller coasters and a few others are just for fun Find out how maglev trains use magnets to reach speeds of more than 250 miles per hour. Discover what it's like to travel in a pod car, and learn how the world's wildest roller coasters live up to their scream-worthy rankings. See the most awesome rides on tracks...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1496683641
• ISBN13: 9781496683649
• Release Date: August 2020
• Publisher: Capstone Press
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.1" x 9.1"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6