Daredevil

This title introduces readers to the job of daredevil. A short history of the profession is included, as are famous daredevils such as Evel Knievel and Harry Houdini. Job duties of various daredevil jobs are covered such as tightrope and wing walkers, climbers, and motorcycle and automobile stuntmen. Equipment needed to do the job right is discussed, as are the education and training needed to become a daredevil. Xtreme facts provide additional information on this exciting job.

Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

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Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.



A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company, a division of ABDO.