In the Driver's Seat gives readers an inside look at a day in the life of a NASCAR driver, from the pre-race preparations to the race itself, where drivers maneuver their cars at speeds of nearly 200 miles per hour. Behind every successful NASCAR driver there are dozens of people working behind the scenes to build a winning team and car.
K.C. Kelley is a California-based author who has written more than 20 books for young readers, mostly on sports such as NASCAR, baseball, and football.
This book is great to have in a classroom library. It appeals to boys who may be reluctant readers. Although, there are many girls who enjoy this true account of what it is like to become a NASCAR driver. It would lend itself well to a timeline activity or event chart.