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Books in Lightning Bolt Books ® _ How Vehicles Work series

  • How Do Monster Trucks Work?

    Buffy Silverman

    Paperback (LernerClassroom, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Monster trucks are huge and strong. How do their tires help them bounce? And how do people drive these giant vehicles? Find out how monster trucks work, the special equipment they need, and how they crush puny cars under their enormous tires. From the engine to the cabin to the oversize rims, this book delivers details that will captivate monster truck fans.
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  • How Do Trains Work?

    Buffy Silverman

    Paperback (LernerClassroom, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Trains are long and loud. They rumble down railroad tracks. But what are the different types of trains? And how do these giant vehicles haul so much weight? Read this book to find out! Learn about how different vehicles work in the How Vehicles Work series―part of the Lightning Bolt Books™ collection. With high-energy designs, exciting photos, and fun text, Lightning Bolt Books™ bring nonfiction topics to life!
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  • How Do Formula One Race Cars Work?

    Buffy Silverman

    Paperback (LernerClassroom, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Formula One race cars are fast and sleek. They zoom around the racetrack. But how do these cars go so fast? And how do drivers stay safe? This title offers an exciting look at Formula One race cars, including how they work, the special equipment they need, and how they take the corners at blinding speeds. Explaining everything from the tires to the steering wheel and the roaring engine, this book will thrill Formula One fans!
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  • How Do Tanks Work?

    Buffy Silverman

    Paperback (LernerClassroom, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Tanks are tough and powerful. They can travel across all types of land. But how do these heavy vehicles keep their tracks moving? And how many people does it take to drive a tank? Fans of tanks will love this exciting, accessible look at tanks, including how they work, the special equipment they need, and what makes them the toughest all-terrain vehicles on the planet. From the armor to the turret to the churning treads, this book covers the details that will draw in young readers.
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  • How Do Big Rigs Work?

    Buffy Silverman

    Library Binding (Lerner Publications TM, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Big rigs have powerful engines and lots of wheels. But do you know how much weight these trucks can pull? Or how drivers stop these giant vehicles? Young readers will love this in-depth yet accessible look at big rigs. Learn how they work, the special equipment they need, and the cool features and uses they have. From their tires to their roaring engines and loud horns, this book contains all the details that will excite big-rig fans!
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  • How Do Fire Trucks Work?

    Buffy Silverman

    Library Binding (Lerner Publications TM, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Fire trucks have loud sirens and flashing lights. They race to fires to keep people and property safe. But what are some different kinds of fire trucks? And what special equipment do they use to fight fires? This exciting look at fire trucks reveals how they work, the special equipment they need, and how they help firefighters battle blazes to keep people and property safe. From the engine to the hoses and ladders, this book contains all the details that kids want to know about fire trucks!
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  • How Do Monster Trucks Work?

    Buffy Silverman

    Library Binding (Lerner Publications ™, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Monster trucks are huge and strong. How do their tires help them bounce? And how do people drive these giant vehicles? Find out how monster trucks work, the special equipment they need, and how they crush puny cars under their enormous tires. From the engine to the cabin to the oversize rims, this book delivers details that will captivate monster truck fans.
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  • How Do Fire Trucks Work?

    Buffy Silverman

    Paperback (LernerClassroom, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Fire trucks have loud sirens and flashing lights. They race to fires to keep people and property safe. But what are some different kinds of fire trucks? And what special equipment do they use to fight fires? This exciting look at fire trucks reveals how they work, the special equipment they need, and how they help firefighters battle blazes to keep people and property safe. From the engine to the hoses and ladders, this book contains all the details that kids want to know about fire trucks!
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  • How Do Big Rigs Work?

    Buffy Silverman

    Paperback (LernerClassroom, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Big rigs have powerful engines and lots of wheels. But do you know how much weight these trucks can pull? Or how drivers stop these giant vehicles? Young readers will love this in-depth yet accessible look at big rigs. Learn how they work, the special equipment they need, and the cool features and uses they have. From their tires to their roaring engines and loud horns, this book contains all the details that will excite big-rig fans!
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  • How Do Hot Air Balloons Work?

    Buffy Silverman

    Paperback (LernerClassroom, Jan. 1, 2013)
    Hot air balloons are huge and colorful. They're lots of fun to watch. But how do they fly? And how do people control where the hot air balloon goes? Read this book to find out!
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  • How Do Tanks Work?

    Buffy Silverman

    Library Binding (Lerner Publications TM, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Tanks are tough and powerful. They can travel across all types of land. But how do these heavy vehicles keep their tracks moving? And how many people does it take to drive a tank? Fans of tanks will love this exciting, accessible look at tanks, including how they work, the special equipment they need, and what makes them the toughest all-terrain vehicles on the planet. From the armor to the turret to the churning treads, this book covers the details that will draw in young readers.
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  • How Do Trains Work?

    Buffy Silverman

    Library Binding (Lerner Publications TM, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Trains are long and loud. They rumble down railroad tracks. But what are the different types of trains? And how do these giant vehicles haul so much weight? Read this book to find out! Learn about how different vehicles work in the How Vehicles Work series―part of the Lightning Bolt Books™ collection. With high-energy designs, exciting photos, and fun text, Lightning Bolt Books™ bring nonfiction topics to life!
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