Download or read book 20 Fun Facts About Famous Roads and Highways written by Kate Light and published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP. This book was released on 2019-12-15 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Buckle up for brutal switchbacks, perilous plunges, stupendous speeds, and ludicrous lengths! This ride of a lifetime will transport readers down famous roads and highways all over the globe. They'll explore engineering marvels from the iconic Route 66 to record-breaking roads. They'll learn about the design behind the fastest, longest, and steepest roads, and marvel at the strangest roads ever built. Stunning photographs of these epic roads and highways will captivate and engage readers. Summarized in easily digestible fun facts, this accessible narrative also introduces readers to STEM-related curricula.