Machinery & Tools
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Hardworking Military Engineering Vehicles
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Mighty Military Vehicles
The military uses many kinds of engineering vehicles to move and build. From bulldozers to dump trucks, readers will enjoy exploring the technology inside these machines. Read More →
Harvesters Go to Work
From the Series Farm Machines at Work
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… Read More →
Hauling a Pumpkin: Wheels and Axles vs. Lever
From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Simple Machines to the Rescue
Which works better to haul a pumpkin—a lever or wheels and axles? Readers will see how a group of kids compares two simple machines and decides which one does a better job at moving the… Read More →
Having Fun
From the Series What Machines Do
Whizzing and spinning, zipping and zapping; machines are great for having fun! Head to the theme park and see how rollers coasters roll and how bumper cars bump. Learn how ice cream stays… Read More →
Helicopters in Action
From the Series Military Machines (UpDog Books ™)
Helicopters work for every branch of the military. They fly into dangerous situations and can land almost anywhere. These special aircraft carry huge loads, assist in natural disasters, and… Read More →
Helicopters 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 helicopters work. Age-appropriate critical thinking questions and a photo glossary help build… Read More →
Holding a Door Open: Wedge vs. Wheels and Axles
From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Simple Machines to the Rescue
Which makes it easier to lift a large toy—a wedge or wheels and axles? Readers will see how a group of kids compares two simple machines and decides which one does a better job at lifting the Read More →
Hooray for Construction Workers!
From the Series Bumba Books ® — Hooray for Community Helpers!
This fantastic book is designed for kids aged 4-7 who are curious about the fascinating world of construction workers and their impact on the community. Through its easy-to-understand text… Read More →
Hovercrafts and Humvees: Engineering Goes to War
From the Series STEM on the Battlefield
In 1944 during World War II, US and British engineers built a massive floating harbor. When soldiers from these countries landed in France to fight the Germans, ships towed the harbor to the… Read More →
How Aircraft Carriers Work
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Military Machines
Explore aircraft carriers in this high-interest look at an exciting military machine. The history of aircraft carriers, their parts, and how they are used in action are covered with leveled… Read More →
How AI Works
From the Series Exploring Artificial Intelligence
Engineers and scientists have been developing AI since the 1950s, and it has come a long way since then! AI can now assist in everyday life, from self-driving cars to diagnosing illnesses and Read More →
How Can We Reduce Manufacturing Pollution?
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — What Can We Do about Pollution?
Factories create large amounts of pollution when making their products. But did you know that new technology helps factories significantly reduce the amount of that pollution? Or that… Read More →
How Do Tanks Work?
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — How Vehicles Work
Tanks are tough and powerful. They can travel across all types of land. But how do these heavy vehicles keep their tracks moving? And how many people does it take to drive a tank? Fans of… Read More →
How Drones Work
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Military Machines
Carefully leveled text and full color photos introduce readers to military drones. The history of drones, drone parts, and uses of drones are discussed with high-interest appeal. Read More →
How Fighter Jets Work
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Military Machines
Fighter jets zoom through the sky in this informative introduction to military machines. Readers will enjoy carefully leveled text and color photographs as they learn about the history,… Read More →
How Is a Bandage Like a Worm?: Medicine Imitating Nature
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Imitating Nature
Medicine is always improving. One way doctors find new treatments is by observing nature. By studying animals like spiders and sharks, doctors can help their patients heal faster and more… Read More →
How Is a Turbine Like a Whale Fin?: Machines Imitating Nature
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Imitating Nature
People use machinery in their lives every day. But how do we make machinery more efficient? We turn to nature! Biomimicry has led to many innovative robots and machines, and readers can… Read More →
How Military Helicopters Work
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Military Machines
Helicopters are fast and impressive military aircraft. But did you know they can take off without a runway? Or that they can land in the water? Discover what makes these incredible feats… Read More →
How Submarines Work
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Military Machines
Submarines are mighty and sneaky military watercraft. But did you know that they can carry an entire crew of people? Or that they can track where other boats are in the water? Learn more in… Read More →
How Tanks Work
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Military Machines
Tanks are big and tough military vehicles. Do you know what makes them able to drive almost anywhere? Or when people first used tanks? Learn about these impressive machines! Read More →
How We Communicate
From the Series Red Rocket ™ Readers Fluency Level 2
How we communicate with each other has changed a lot. Not so long ago we didn't use cell phones or computers. Now, wherever we go, inside or outside, we see people using them to talk and… Read More →
Human 2.0: A Celebration of Human Bionics
From cochlear implants and pacemakers to bionic arms and legs, pioneering technological breakthroughs have changed lives. For some people, particularly those with disabilities, recent… Read More →
Inclined Planes and Wedges
From the Series Early Bird Physics
What is an inclined plane? How do you use a wedge? Using easy-to-understand examples and fun-to-do experiments, discover how these two simple machines work and make the work that you do easier. Read More →
Inside Battleships
From the Series Inside Military Machines
Take a fascinating tour of the mightiest fighting ships of all time—from ancient Greek galleys to gigantic modern aircraft carriers. Get an up-close view of these incredible battleships as… Read More →