This book briefly examines and explains the sport of BMX street.

Did you know that the top BMX vert riders can race up and down ramps to show off awesome stunts like no-handed 900° aerial spins? They can rotate their bikes two and a half times while airborne. They do moves such as cliffhangers and tailwhips, wowing fans and judges alike.

Simple text teaches readers the basics of BMX bikes and bike riding, the bikes' origins, mechanics, and basic safety precautions when riding them. The huge wheels, powerful engines, and loud noises of working machines seem to entrance children for hours. Now young students can pore over color photos as they learn about their favorite machines--inside and out. Each book builds vocabulary as it describes in simple language the basics of a machine: what...

"Photographs of amazing feats accompany engaging information about BMX racing. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended to engage readers in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

Jason never turns down a dare, but when his classmates challenge him to a BMX competition Jason must learn to ride a BMX bike or this dare will be his last.

This exciting book introduces readers to BMX racing, including its history and growth, rules and events, and the equipment athletes need. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading. Apex books have low reading levels...

"This title introduces readers to BMX racing, covering exciting moments in the sport, top competitors, and the event's history. This title features informative sidebars, detailed infographics, vivid photos, and a glossary."--Amazon.

"A photo-illustrated book for beginning readers that tells the story of a BMX bike race. Who will win? Includes a photo diagram"--

"Amazing photography accompanies engaging information about downhill BMX. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

Since his accident Billy Cruz has lost some of his confidence and has been holding back when doing his BMX tricks--will he regain confidence in time for the next competition and sort out his feelings for the super-competitive Penny Allen?