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Motorcycles

Vicky Franchino (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602793873

Who was the first person to ride a motorcycle? How did they come up with idea? Who makes the fastest motorcycle? This "Innovation in Transportation" book, Motorcycles, takes a look at the people and creative ideas that have changed the way we think about motorcycles.

Auto Technician

Katie Marsico (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602799462

Part of the Career and Tech Education series, this book explains many aspects of the job of a Auto Technologist, including training and skills needed.

Think Like a Scientist in the Car

Matt Mullins (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781610801720

Complete a variety of fun science experiments dealing with cars.

Transportation Planner

Nel Yomtov (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781624310560

A guide to what a transportation planner does and how to become one.

The Science of a Plane Crash

Carol S. Surges (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781631377167

This book discusses the science behind plane crashes. The chapters examine the worst plane crashes in history, explain how aircraft fail, and show how scientists and engineers are designing safer aircraft. Diagrams, charts, and photos provide opportunities to evaluate and understand the scientific concepts involved.

Tunnel

Vicky Franchino (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602796911

This title discusses how tunnels are built, from planning and excavation to construction to site design.

Bridge

Vicky Franchino (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602796904

This title discusses how bridges are built, including engineering, design and construction.

Airport

Matt Mullins (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602796935

This title discusses how airports are built, from runway design and construction to terminal and security.

Road

Sharon Nittinger (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602796898

This title discusses how roads are built, from road design and construction to painting and lighting.

Fire Truck

Josh Gregory (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781610800068

Fire trucks help to save lives and prevent the spread of dangerous fires every day. Readers will learn where a fire truck gets its water supply, what kind of equipment it contains, and the ways firefighters use these tools to help keep people safe.

Tractor

Josh Gregory (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781610800051

Tractors are an essential tool for farmers everywhere. Readers will learn how farmers use tractors to plant and harvest the crops we use every day. They will also find out how people use tractors to maintain their yards and do chores.

Cement Mixer

Gaetano Capici (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781610800082

From bridges and streets to houses and skyscrapers, cement is an important material used in many of the structures we use every day. Readers will find out how cement mixers are used to blend, transport, and spread cement wherever it is needed.

Digger

Jennifer Zeiger (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781610800037

Almost anything we build requires some sort of digging. Buildings, tunnels, and swimming pools all start with holes in the ground. Readers will find out how different kinds of diggers are used to create these holes. They will also learn about how diggers are used to help scientists learn more about the Earth.

Crane

Josh Gregory (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781610800020

Tall cranes tower above construction sites and line the edges of shipping ports. Readers will find out how different types of cranes are used to help build skyscrapers, load cargo ships, and much more.

Ambulance

Josh Gregory (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781610800044

Ambulances can help save lives when people are sick or injured. Readers will learn about the different kinds of lifesaving equipment found on an ambulance. They will also learn about the paramedics and EMTs that staff these important vehicles.