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Military Helicopters: flying into battle

Lynn Peppas (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427199324

Dynamic photos and simple text explain the different roles helicopters play in the military. Young readers will discover which kinds of helicopters are used by the military for rescue, to carry personnel, and to carry out missions. The special features of each kind of helicopter are described.

Road Makers and Breakers

Lynn Peppas (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427180599

What are the machines and vehicles that tear through tough material, then make our roads smooth and safe? Find out about back hoes and pounders, rollers and pavers; the work these vehicles do; how theyre made; and who can use them!

Bicycles: Pedal Power

Lynn Peppas (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427196941

Young readers will race to get their hands on this entertaining new book! Bicycles: Pedal Power looks at different kinds of bikes used for transportation, work, and fun. Readers will learn about mountain bikes, racing bikes, tandem bikes, rickshaws, and more.

ATVs and Off-roaders

Lynn Peppas (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427180568

Dirt bikes, snowmobiles, and quads - children will love reading about their favorite recreational and non-recreational off road and all terrain vehicles (ATVs) in this entertaining book.

Boats on the Water

Lynn Peppas (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427196965

This new title will make a splash with young readers! From sailboats and speed boats, to ferries and ocean liners, Boats on the Water introduces readers to different kinds of boats and ships. Children will enjoy learning about the basic parts and functions of various boats.

Trucks

Clive Gifford (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427180810

This entertaining book about trucks explains the basics of how trucks work. Topics include big and small kinds of trucks, tires, hydraulic beds that can be raised up, different kinds of fuel, and driving safety. A quiz at the end tests the reader's knowledge.

Cars

Clive Gifford (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427180780

This fast-moving book about cars uses dynamic photos and interesting facts to explain the basics of how they work. Topics include the engine, steering, going fast and slow, different kinds of fuel, and driving safety. A quiz at the end tests the reader's knowledge.

Diggers and Cranes

Clive Gifford (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427191915

Find out all about diggers and cranes, from bulldozers and tunnelling machines to the biggest tower cranes. Zoom in, see them up close and discover what makes them work. Then try the quiz to see how much you've learned!

Motorbikes

Clive Gifford (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427180797

This fast-moving book about motorbikes uses dynamic photos and interesting facts to explain the basics of how they work. Topics include the motor, tires, going fast and slow, steering and countersteering, and driving safety. A quiz at the end tests the reader's knowledge.

Tractors

Clive Gifford (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427191908

Learn all about tractors, from machines that lift, load, pull and push to the latest combine harvesters. Zoom in, see them up close and discover what makes them work. Then try the quiz to see how much you've learned!

Planes and Helicopters

Clive Gifford (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427180803

Kids love machines that fly! This amazing book explains the basics of how planes and helicopters work. Topics include engines, wings, propellers, fuel, and flying safety. A quiz at the end tests the reader's knowledge.

Travel Then and Now

Bobbie Kalman (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427194121

From wagons and steamboats to hybrid cars and ferries, all modes of transportation have changed significantly over time. Historical photographs and accessible text combine to help young readers compare and contrast transportation from past to present.