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Books in Simple Machines at Work series

  • Ambulances

    Cari Meister

    Paperback (Jump!, Aug. 1, 2016)
    In Ambulances, beginning readers will learn about the parts of an ambulance that help their drivers save lives. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage emergent readers as they discover the unique features of these machines.
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  • Sprayers Go to Work

    Emma Carlson-Berne

    Paperback (Lerner Publications TM, Aug. 1, 2018)
    Readers will learn all about farm sprayers, including how farmers use them and how this farming technology might change and evolve in the future. This book is published in collaboration with New Holland Agriculture.
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  • Levers

    Martha Elizabeth Hillman Rustad

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2018)
    Learn about how a lever works! Beginner readers and budding young scientists will love learning about using simple machines in everyday situations. Along the way, readers will be supported by expertly leveled text, a strong text-photo match and appropriate text load. Readers will be excited to dig in and learn all about simple machines and basic physics concepts.
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  • Diggers

    Cari Meister

    Library Binding (Jump!, Aug. 1, 2016)
    In Diggers, beginning readers will learn about the parts of diggers that help construction workers do their jobs. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage emergent readers as they discover the unique features of these machines.
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  • Diggers

    Cari Meister

    Paperback (Jump!, Aug. 1, 2016)
    In Diggers, beginning readers will learn about the parts of diggers that help construction workers do their jobs. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage emergent readers as they discover the unique features of these machines.
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  • Machines on a Construction Site

    Sian Smith

    Paperback (Heinemann, Aug. 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 a construction site, revealing how each machine solves a particular problem. Machines covered include diggers, drills, dump trucks, bulldozers, wrecking balls, and more!
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  • Tugboats

    Cari Meister

    Library Binding (Jump!, Aug. 1, 2016)
    In Tugboats, beginning readers will learn about the parts of a tugboat that allow it to move boats and freighters of much greater size. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage emergent readers as they discover the unique features of these machines.
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  • Harvesters Go to Work

    Jennifer Boothroyd

    Paperback (Lerner Publications TM, Aug. 1, 2018)
    Learn about the role of harvesters on farms in this title published jointly with New Holland Agriculture. Explore how harvesters work and what is in store for the future of this piece of farming equipment.
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  • Levers in Action

    Gillian Gosman

    Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 15, 2010)
    Introduces levers, explains how these simple machines work, and describes some common examples.
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  • Icebreakers

    Cari Meister

    Paperback (Jump!, Aug. 1, 2016)
    In Icebreakers, beginning readers will learn about the parts of icebreakers that help them push through packed ice. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage emergent readers as they discover the unique features of these powerful boats.
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  • Inclined Planes in Action

    Gillian Gosman

    Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 15, 2010)
    Introduces inclined planes, including how they function and how they are used in everyday objects to make life easier.
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  • Snowplows

    Cari Meister

    Library Binding (Jump!, Aug. 1, 2016)
    In Snowplows, beginning readers will learn about the parts of a snowplow that help its operator keep the roads clear. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage emergent readers as they discover the unique features of these machines.
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