Life on the Edge
Set of 5 titles
Some people are born to live life on the edge! A daredevil's idea of fun mixes extreme excitement with undeniable danger. Thrill seekers chase tornadoes across the plains, skydive from incredible heights, and scale the world's tallest mountain! Readers will learn about these death-defying pursuits and others, as well as how and why many people put their lives at risk to participate. Breathtaking photographs of daredevils living life on the edge are paired with exciting text, guaranteed to capture readers' interest and imagination.
Interest Level | Grade 4 - Grade 6 |
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Reading Level | Grade 4 |
Dewey Number | 551.55-798.83 |
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Guided Reading Level | P |
Language | English |
Publisher | PowerKids Press |
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Format | Reinforced book |
ISBN | F23ROSE20 |
Copyright | 2024 |
Number of Pages | 32 |
Dimensions | 6.5 x 9.125 |
Graphics | Full-color photographs |
Life on the Edge - School Library Journal
What’s more extreme: skydiving or shark diving? Both require tons of training, gear, and preparation to ensure your well-being—and even then, safety’s not guaranteed. Scaling Mount Everest shows readers that mountain climbing is intense no matter what, but summiting the tallest mountain in the world is expensive and dangerous. While all the sports in this series are extreme, Tornado Chasers documents a thrill-seeking hobby that is genuinely unique. It would have been nice to see the text give readers a very clear “Do not try this untrained” message. The writing is more about preparation and skills than thrills, but it’s well done and engaging. VERDICT While probably not what the thrill seekers want, this series would make an informative addition to most libraries.