Jolting Jumps

By Wendy Conklin

Subjects: Children's literature, Careers, Readers, Intermediate, Sports & Recreation, Athletes, juvenile literature, Juvenile Nonfiction, Track and field

Description: Have you ever dreamed of flying through the air like a superhero? Perhaps you've thought about jumping out of a plane and parachuting to safety. Whether it's bungee jumping, skydiving, or wingsuit flying, these activities require an abundance of creativity - and courage! This high-interest nonfiction reader builds critical literacy skills while students are engaged in reading about extreme sports. Featuring TIME content, this purposefully leveled text was developed by Timothy Rasinski, a leading expert in reading research. The intriguing sidebars feature fun facts that challenge students to think more deeply about the topics and develop higher-order thinking.