Overview
Your kid lights up every time they see a race car. Now you have something to hand them.
ABCs of Racing: My First Guide to Formula 1™ Racing — 2nd Edition takes young fans on a journey through the alphabet and into the world of Formula 1. Written by Andy Amendola and illustrated by Wei Ren, this picture book follows Red Racer and Roxy the Engineer through all 26 letters — from Aerodynamics to Zoom — introducing real F1 terms and concepts in language designed for young minds.
Bold original artwork inspired by real racetracks and racing moments from around the world brings the speed, color, and energy of the grid to life on every page. Real race-day vocabulary means young readers will recognize what they see and hear when the lights go out.
Fully revised and updated for 2026, this second edition features new letter choices, refreshed illustrations, and expanded content — including all-new car liveries, updated race-day concepts, and a wider look at the full F1 weekend.
For the families who already love Formula 1 — and the ones about to.
- 26 letters covering real F1 concepts from Aerodynamics to Zoom
- Bold original artwork inspired by real F1 circuits and racing situations worldwide
- Features original characters Red Racer and Roxy the Engineer
- Real race-day vocabulary — kids will be ready to watch and understand a race
- Perfect for ages 3–8, read-alouds, and family race day traditions
- First published 2022 — fully revised second edition 2026
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