Examines the characteristics of spiny softshell turtles, identifies various species of spiny softshell turtles, and discusses their swimming abilities, eating habits, mating, birth and growth, hibernation, and enemies.
Photographs and text provide information about bicycle motocross--bicycle stunt riding known as BMX, explaining what it is; examining the history of BMX at the X Games, a competition for alternative sports; and introducing star riders and different BMX events.
Photographs and text provide information about wakeboarding--a sport in which a rider performs tricks on a board while being towed behind a boat; examining the history of wakeboarding at the X Games, a competition for alternative sports; and introducing star riders and different wakeboarding stunts.
Photographs and text provide information about street luge--a sport in which a racer lies faceup on a sled with wheels and rides it downhill through a special course; examining the history of street luge at the X Games, a competition for alternative sports; and introducing star riders and different luge events.
Describes and presents color photos of the "vert," park, and street skateboarding events of the X Games; discusses memorable X Games skaters and moments; and includes a brief interview with Andy Macdonald.
Presents an introduction to Turkey, in simple text with illustrations, including information on the history, government, geography, and culture of this Middle Eastern nation.
Examines the characteristics of desert tortoises, noting the differences between males and females, and discusses their eating habits, mating, birth and growth, hibernation, life span, and threats to their survival.
