Describes the evolution of trains. An introduction explains how trains are used and when they came to be a familiar part of life. The remaining chapters detail eras in the development of trains up until the present day. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, sidebars, an infographic, prompts for critical thinking, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Describes the evolution of cars. An introduction explains how cars are used and when they came to be a part of daily life. The remaining chapters detail eras in the development of cars up until the present day. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, sidebars, an infographic, prompts for critical thinking, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Describes the evolution of airplanes. An introduction explains how airplanes are used and when they came to be a familiar part of life. The remaining chapters detail eras in the development of airplanes up until the present day. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, sidebars, an infographic, prompts for critical thinking, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
A los niños les encantará esta divertida historia que los alentará a aprender los nombres de los vehículos de transporte y el importante trabajo que cada vehículo realiza para ayudar a nuestras comunidades. Disfrutarán escuchando esta adorable historia que presenta efectos de sonido y voces profesionales para ayudar a los niños a desarrollar vocabulario y mejorar sus habilidades auditivas. La historia se presenta primero en español y luego en inglés, lo que lo convierte en un recurso maravilloso para que los niños aprendan un idioma diferente. Las oraciones simples, la enunciación clara y las palabras repetitivas alentarán a los niños a enamorarse de contar historias y aprender un nuevo idioma. Kids will love this playful story that will encourage children to learn transportation vehicle names and the important job each vehicle does to help our communities. They will enjoy listening to this adorable story that features sound effects and professional voices to help children develop vocabulary and improve listening skills. The story is first presented in Spanish and then in English making this a wonderful resource for children learning a different language. Simple sentences, clear enunciation, and repetitive words will encourage children to fall in love with storytelling and learning a new language.
Building Roads walks readers through the steps needed to build a road. The book explores how technology and machines help make smooth, level roads.
Trains are used to carry everything from cargo and animals to people. But how do trains move? Who drives them? Learn more about these important machines inside.
Whether they're being used to plow fields or push dirt and snow, tractors are important machines. Get the basics on these useful machines inside.
How are tow trucks used? What are the special parts of a tow truck? How do tow trucks work? Learn more about these important trucks inside.
Prepare for takeoff! Being a pilot means having to stay calm under pressure and make critical decisions thousands of feet above the ground. Filled with engaging text and colorful pictures, this title takes children behind the scenes of air travel to learn about the people in control.
Are there different kinds of garbage trucks? How are garbage trucks used? Learn all about these huge, crunching trucks that take away the daily trash.
How do you steer a fire truck? Are all fire trucks alike? Get the basics on these very important rescue machines!
What do dump trucks carry? How do they dump their loads? Who drives dump trucks? Learn all about these awesome trucks in this book.
Buckets, booms, and backhoes are just a few of the cool parts on these interesting machines. Learn more about diggers of all sizes inside!
From hoisting construction materials to swinging wrecking balls, cranes are very important. Get the basics on these cool machines in this interesting book.
Learn about how these cool spinning, swooshing machines carry concrete from job to job.
How do cherry pickers work? Where are the controls? Why don't they fall over? Learn all about these cool machines in this fascinating book.
What are bulldozers used for? How do they move? Learn the basics about these powerful machines inside.
Learn the basics about many different types of zooming, zipping airplanes--from cargo planes to passenger jets.
A child goes for a ride with a dragon in a wagon and they continue traveling by a great variety of transportation modes and greet a great variety of creatures along the way.
Introduces readers to Kim's day traveling to visit her dad. Discusses the concept of transportation by showing Kim on a school bus, a train, and an airplane. Additional features to aid comprehension include vivid photographs, Extended Learning activities, a phonetic glossary, and sources for further research.
What happens to the bus? Find out in this hi-lo decodable chapter book for early readers. This book uses sequenced phonics skills and sight words to help developing readers. Original illustrations guide readers through the story.
Trains have been around for more than two centuries. They changed the entire world. This encyclopedia gives readers a look at trains, from the first steam-powered locomotive to high-tech maglev trains. Features include a helpful introduction to the topic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Trucks are tools on wheels. They bring us the things we need and can carry the heaviest of loads. This encyclopedia gives readers a look at trucks, from their earliest versions to the working trucks of today to the trucks of the future. Features include a helpful introduction to the topic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Planes carry people and items around the world. They are used by the military, by the postal service, and for fun! This encyclopedia gives readers a look into the history of planes, from the first flight to military machines to futuristic fliers. Features include a helpful introduction to the topic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Tractors can get the job done. They help farmers every step of the way, from fertilizing fields to removing weeds to harvesting crops. This encyclopedia gives readers a look at tractors, from the first steam-powered plows to today's self-driving, high-tech tractors. Features include a helpful introduction to the topic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
