Sled dog racing /
Haynes, Danielle,
Sled dog racing / Danielle Haynes. - 32 pages : color illustrations, map ; 24 cm - Life on the edge . - Life on the edge (PowerKids Press) .
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Hop on the sled -- Challenges of the race -- Rules of the race -- Time to train -- Choosing a sled -- Loading up the gear -- Weather on the trail -- Checking in -- Danger in the snow -- Crossing the finish line.
The Arctic region of Earth is known for sub-zero temperatures and brutal, harsh weather. But some people-and their dogs-choose to brave the deadly conditions all in the name of fun and competition. Sled dog racing is a popular winter sport involving special kinds of dogs who tolerate cold temperatures well. In this book, young readers will learn all about why some people choose to train these dogs to compete in popular races all over the Arctic. Breathtaking photos and factual sidebars will draw readers' interest and imagination.
9781642827248 164282724X 9781642827231 1642827231
Iditarod (Race)--Juvenile literature.
Sled dog racing--Juvenile literature.
Sled dogs--Juvenile literature.
Illustrated works.
Sled dog racing / Danielle Haynes. - 32 pages : color illustrations, map ; 24 cm - Life on the edge . - Life on the edge (PowerKids Press) .
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Hop on the sled -- Challenges of the race -- Rules of the race -- Time to train -- Choosing a sled -- Loading up the gear -- Weather on the trail -- Checking in -- Danger in the snow -- Crossing the finish line.
The Arctic region of Earth is known for sub-zero temperatures and brutal, harsh weather. But some people-and their dogs-choose to brave the deadly conditions all in the name of fun and competition. Sled dog racing is a popular winter sport involving special kinds of dogs who tolerate cold temperatures well. In this book, young readers will learn all about why some people choose to train these dogs to compete in popular races all over the Arctic. Breathtaking photos and factual sidebars will draw readers' interest and imagination.
9781642827248 164282724X 9781642827231 1642827231
Iditarod (Race)--Juvenile literature.
Sled dog racing--Juvenile literature.
Sled dogs--Juvenile literature.
Illustrated works.