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Books in Big Machines at Work series

  • Bulldozers

    Jean Eick

    Library Binding (The Childs World Inc, Aug. 1, 1998)
    Explains what a bulldozer can do, how its different parts work, and how the operator manipulates it from inside the cab
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  • Ambulances

    Gary M. Amoroso, Cynthia Fitterer Klingel

    Library Binding (The Childs World Inc, Jan. 1, 2007)
    Describes the purpose and parts of ambulances.
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  • Machines on the Farm

    Sian Smith

    Library Binding (Heinemann, July 1, 2013)
    Providing an early introduction to STEM education, this book uses simple text and labeled photographs to examine a wide range of exciting machines used on the farm, revealing how each machine solves a particular problem. Machines covered include tractors, combine harvesters, milking machines, hay balers, crop sprayers, and more!
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  • Rescue Helicopters

    Cynthia Roberts

    Library Binding (The Childs World Inc, Jan. 1, 2007)
    Introduces rescue helicopters, describing their function, parts, how they work, how they are used, and who works on them.
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  • Fire Truck

    DK Publishing

    Paperback (DK CHILDREN, July 17, 2006)
    Introduces and dissects fire engines, ambulances, lifeboats, and rescue helicopters and examines the work that they do in all kinds of settings. Reprint. 20,000 first printing.
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  • Tow Trucks

    Hal Rogers

    Library Binding (The Childs World Inc, Aug. 1, 1999)
    Describes the parts of a tow truck, how to operate them, and the work they do
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  • Military Trucks

    E. S. Budd

    Library Binding (The Childs World Inc, Aug. 1, 2001)
    Describes the parts of a military truck and how it is used by the military.
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  • Wheels and Axles in Action

    Gillian Gosman

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, Aug. 15, 2010)
    This exciting book uses elementary physics vocabulary to teach young readers about wheels and axles. Inviting photography and approachable text make this a fascinating read, and a simple experiment is included to inspire your budding scientists.
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  • Cranes

    Marv Alinas

    Library Binding (Childs World Inc, Jan. 1, 2014)
    From hoisting construction materials to swinging wrecking balls, cranes are very important. Get the basics on these cool machines in this interesting book.
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  • Machines at the Airport

    Sian Smith

    Library Binding (Heinemann, July 1, 2013)
    Providing an early introduction to STEM education, this book uses simple text and labeled photographs to examine a wide range of exciting machines used at the airport, revealing how each machine solves a particular problem. Machines covered include jet airplanes, staircases on wheels, scanners, conveyor belts, radars, and more!
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  • Milking Machines

    Hal Rogers

    Library Binding (The Childs World Inc, July 1, 2000)
    Describes the machines that are used to milk cows and goats on modern farms.
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  • Buses

    Hal Rogers

    Library Binding (The Childs World Inc, Jan. 1, 2001)
    Briefly explains the functions and major parts of a bus.
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