Reading Level: Grade 2 Interest Level: Grades 3 – 7
From the 1800s to today, bicycles have changed a lot! But they continue to be a popular toy and form of transportation around the world. With bright images and engaging text, this book will engage reluctant readers as they learn about the history and popularity of bicycles. Special features such as a map, timeline, and profile will further draw in readers to learn about this classic toy.
'The Favorite Toys series hits the mark with engaging facts about some of the most popular toys around the world. The bright colors and neon graphics will easily catch the eye of any reader. Each title begins with a scenario of children playing with the toy followed by a brief history and illustrated timeline of how the toy was invented and its evolution. The reader will be able to learn fascinating facts about how the toys are used in competitions, featured in movies and conventions, and even have museums and theme parks dedicated to them. Nerf Blasters explains how Nerf fans gather to attend a Nerf challenge to battle on obstacle courses and try out new toys. Bicycles informs the reader that bicycles are used in the X Games to show off jaw-dropping tricks. Skateboards explains how skateboard events are included in the X Games and the Olympics. Barbie Dolls illustrates the popularity of Barbies through some facts about the movies and the Barbie Expo. Action Figures explains that rare action figures can cost thousands of dollars. Lego Bricks fans will be excited to learn that there are ten Legoland theme parks around the world. These books are recommended for lower elementary readers with simple sentences, bright graphics, and high-interest topics. The highlighted vocabulary words are included in a glossary in the back of each book to challenge the reader. This series will be a great fit for all types of readers to learn more about the toys that they play with every day.', Alana Jara, District Librarian, Clear Lake Community School District
