My Race Car

By Michael Rex

Book Overview

From the author/illustrator of the very popular My Fire Engine , a picture book about race car driving that is simple, accessible, and suspense-filled. "Today is the day of the big race. The pit crew is ready. The driver is suited up and strapped in. The engine is loud, and the spectators are all waiting for the race to begin. The cars are on the starting line, and when the green flag waves they're off!" In this very young, action-packed picture book, a little boy imagines that he is a race car driver-with all the thrills, spills, and excitement that go along with the job. Loaded with accurate details, this is a playful look at a sport that fascinates kids of all ages. Like My Fire Engine , My Race Car 's bold, graphic art brings this funny, informative story to life. It's a book that puts the reader right in the driver's seat.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0805061010
• ISBN13: 9780805061017
• Release Date: April 2000
• Publisher: Henry Holt & Company
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 10.3" x 8.2"
• Age Range: 3 to 7 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 2

Customer Reviews

Little boys will love this

My son has liked this book since he was 2, still does at 4, not too wordy, great book.

Good Book

My 5 year old son enjoys this book and has me read it over and over. It's a great book for any little boy who loves race cars.

Inside a Boy's Mind

Michael has done a terrific job of telling his story from the mind of a small boy. My three boys LOVE this story--and from a mom's perspective, it captures so wonderfully the way little boys play, think, and imagine. The illustrations are fresh and vibrant, the story itself simple and straightforward. All in all, a great children's book.

Rex Scores Again!

My Race Car, the second in a series which started with My Fire Engine, is another hit by Michael Rex. The books in this series portray a young boy who, while playing with his toys, pretends he is a race care driver. For anyone that ever played pretend with their toys it brings back memories. For the child you will read this book to, it inspires them to dream a little dream. This book as well as My Fire Engine are must buys.