Machinery & Tools

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Explore Telescopes

From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Exploring Space

How far can telescopes see? How do scientists get huge telescopes into space? Find out how big space telescopes help us learn more about our universe, plus discover how scientists will use… Read More →

  • Lexile: 660
  • Dewey: 522/.2
  • Copyright: 2023
Spring 2025 6 titles

Exploring Artificial Intelligence — Hardcover Set

From the Series Exploring Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence (AI) is quickly becoming a major part of society, impacting our daily lives. Inspired by news headlines and cutting-edge uses, this introductory series explores the… Read More →

  • Copyright: 2025
  • Hardcover
  • List Price: $183.90
  • Your Price: $137.93
  • 6 titles

Fighter Jets in Action

From the Series Military Machines (UpDog Books ™)

Fighter jets zoom through the air, filling the sky with the sound of thunder. These speedy aircraft can travel thousands of miles at a time. Some can even escape being seen by enemies! Read… Read More →

  • Lexile: 660
  • Dewey: 623.74/64
  • Copyright: 2024

Fingerprints

From the Series True Crime Clues (UpDog Books ™)

As the most extensive database, fingerprints have helped solve millions of crimes. Young readers will discover how investigators use this unique identifier to bring criminals to justice in… Read More →

  • Lexile: 720
  • Dewey: 363.25/8
  • Copyright: 2021

Firefighter Tools

From the Series Bumba Books ® — Community Helpers Tools of the Trade

Welcome to the exciting world of firefighting! Did you know that firefighters use a lot of special tools to keep us safe and protect our communities from fires? In this book, we'll take a… Read More →

  • Lexile: 390
  • Dewey: 628.9/25
  • Copyright: 2020

Fire Trucks on the Go

From the Series Bumba Books ® — Machines That Go

Carefully leveled text and fresh, vibrant photos engage young readers in learning about how fire trucks work. Age-appropriate critical thinking questions and a photo glossary help build… Read More →

  • Lexile: 430
  • ATOS: 1.5
  • Dewey: 628.9/259
  • Copyright: 2018
6 titles

First Step Nonfiction — Tools at Work — Audisee®—On Level Set

From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Tools at Work

Vibrant color photographs and simple sentences introduce students to a variety of tools. Students will learn how these basic tools work while improving their reading skills. This series meets Read More →

  • Copyright: 2013
  • Audisee®—On Level
  • List Price: $279.90
  • Your Price: $209.93
  • 6 titles

Forklifts

From the Series Pull Ahead Books — Mighty Movers

What do forklifts do? How are forklifts loaded? How do forklifts move? Read this book to discover the answers! Read More →

  • ATOS: 2.1
  • Dewey: 621.8'63
  • Copyright: 2007

Fracking

From the Series Energy Evolutions

Can fracking be a clean, green, and safe way to power our lives? Discover the answer to this critical question and find out how sustainability is being achieved through science as the energy… Read More →

  • Lexile: 1120
  • Dewey: 622
  • Copyright: 2022

From Cotton to T-Shirt

From the Series Start to Finish, Second Series

How does cotton turn into a soft T-shirt? Follow each step in the production cycle—from growing cotton to wearing a comfy shirt—in this fascinating book! Read More →

  • Lexile: 480
  • ATOS: 2.3
  • Dewey: 646.4'35
  • Copyright: 2013

From Iron to Car

From the Series Start to Finish, Second Series

How does iron turn into a brand-new car? Follow each step in the production cycle—from digging up iron ore to hitting the road—in this fascinating book! Read More →

  • Lexile: 480
  • ATOS: 2.3
  • Dewey: 629.2'3
  • Copyright: 2013

From Oil to Gas

From the Series Start to Finish, Second Series

How does oil turn into fuel for cars and trucks? Follow each step in the production cycle—from clearing land to filling a tank with gas—in this fascinating book! Read More →

  • Lexile: 360
  • ATOS: 2.3
  • Dewey: 665.5'3827
  • Copyright: 2013

From Sheep to Sweater

From the Series Start to Finish, Second Series

How does sheep's wool turn into cozy clothing? Follow each step in the production cycle―from shearing a sheep to pulling on a warm sweater―in this fascinating book! Learn how a variety of… Read More →

  • Lexile: 410
  • ATOS: 2.1
  • Dewey: 677'.31
  • Copyright: 2013

From Tree to Paper

From the Series Start to Finish, Second Series

How does a tree turn into a comic book or a magazine? Follow each step in the production cycle—from planting a tree to reading or writing on paper—in this fascinating book! Read More →

  • Lexile: 300
  • ATOS: 1.9
  • Dewey: 676
  • Copyright: 2013

From Wax to Crayon

From the Series Start to Finish, Second Series

How does wax turn into a colorful crayon? Follow each step in the production cycle—from melting wax into a liquid to coloring a fun picture—in this fascinating book! Read More →

  • Lexile: 450
  • ATOS: 2.1
  • Dewey: 665'.4
  • Copyright: 2013
Spring 2025

Front-End Loaders: A First Look

From the Series Read about Construction Vehicles (Read for a Better World ™)

Front-end loaders come in all shapes and sizes! Young readers will love learning about parts of a front-end loader, how these construction vehicles are used, and more in this fun and informative book. Read More →

  • Lexile: 290
  • Dewey: 621.8/6
  • Copyright: 2025

Front Loaders Scoop!

From the Series Bumba Books ® — Construction Zone

What do you need to scoop up a large load? A front loader! Front loaders can scoop up rocks and dirt. Scoop by scoop, front loaders work hard to get the job done. Age-appropriate critical… Read More →

  • Lexile: 420
  • ATOS: 1.8
  • Dewey: 621.8/6
  • Copyright: 2018

Garbage Trucks on the Go

From the Series Bumba Books ® — Machines That Go

Carefully leveled text and fresh, vibrant photos engage young readers in learning about how garbage trucks work. Age-appropriate critical thinking questions and a photo glossary help build… Read More →

  • Lexile: 420
  • ATOS: 1.9
  • Dewey: 628.4/42
  • Copyright: 2018

Genius Engineering Inventions: From the Plow to 3D Printing

From the Series Incredible Inventions

Tin cans were first produced in London in 1813. But they had to be opened with a hammer and chisel, because the can opener wasn't invented until 1855! Check out other amazing engineering… Read More →

  • Lexile: 1020
  • Dewey: 600
  • Copyright: 2018

Genius Optical Inventions: From the X-Ray to the Telescope

From the Series Incredible Inventions

Before magnifying glasses, how did people make objects look larger? The ancient Romans filled glass bowls with water. Then microscopes and telescopes came along. But optical innovation didn't Read More →

  • Lexile: 980
  • Dewey: 621.36
  • Copyright: 2018
6 titles

Get to Work with Science and Technology — Hardcover Set

From the Series Get to Work with Science and Technology

From a zoo vet who must figure out why a newborn orangutan is seriously ill, to an asteroid hunter who must determine if a giant, rocky space object is on a collision course with Earth, these Read More →

  • Copyright: 2017
  • Hardcover
  • List Price: $175.92
  • Your Price: $131.94
  • 6 titles

Going Ice Fishing: Lever vs. Screw

From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Simple Machines to the Rescue

Is it easier to move ice with a lever or a screw? Readers will see how a group of kids compares two simple machines and decides which one does a better job at moving the ice. This book… Read More →

  • Lexile: 350
  • ATOS: 1.7
  • Dewey: 621.8
  • Copyright: 2016

Great Engineering Fails

From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — Celebrating Failure

Ships, bridges, and tall buildings are marvels of engineering. They are designed to be strong and safe. But even state-of-the-art designs don't always hold up in the real world. Learn about… Read More →

  • Lexile: 770
  • ATOS: 4.9
  • Dewey: 620/.00452
  • Copyright: 2020
Fall 2024

Great Warships

From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Mighty Military Vehicles

Warships let the navy navigate and fight in the water. Readers will find out about the different types of warships and the technology they use. Read More →

  • Lexile: 700
  • ATOS: 3.4
  • Dewey: 359.83
  • Copyright: 2025