Machinery & Tools
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Making a Salad: Wedge vs. Inclined Plane
From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Simple Machines to the Rescue
Is it easier to move heavy box with an inclined plane 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… Read More →
Master Blasters: Working with Explosives in Demolition and Construction
From the Series Get to Work with Science and Technology
When an abandoned 20-story building needs to be safely demolished and reduced to 80,000 tons of rubble, who do you call? Master blasters! These are the engineers who use precisely placed… Read More →
Materials: What Is Stuff Made From?
From the Series Stickmen's Science Stars
The friendly science-mad Stickmen characters, are here to accompany you through your first steps in science, with a fascinating and fun look at what stuff is made of! Discover what are… Read More →
Measuring Cup
From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Simple Tools
What can you do with a measuring cup? Read More →
Mighty Fighting Machines
From the Series Warriors!
On battlefields throughout history, devastating engines of war have helped armies clinch victories and preserve empires. Stand back and witness massive engines of war wreaking havoc against… Read More →
Military Machines (UpDog Books ™) — Hardcover Set
From the Series Military Machines (UpDog Books ™)
US military technology is among the best in the world. Some of the strongest machines are on the front lines. Learn more about the high-tech military equipment that supports our troops. Read More →
Military Robots in Action
From the Series Military Machines (UpDog Books ™)
US military robots can be the size of tanks, animals, or footballs. These amazing machines do jobs too dangerous for humans and help keep soldiers safe on missions. They can even go places… Read More →
Mini Mechanics — Hardcover Set
From the Series Mini Mechanics
Join the Mini Mechanics characters as they check out vehicles ranging from drilling machines and big rig trucks to excavators and ambulances. Large photos highlight key features of each… Read More →
Monster Trucks: Tearing It Up
From the Series Dirt and Destruction Sports Zone
Do you know what it's like to drive a truck that is as big as an elephant? Despite their giant size, monster trucks can pull off soaring jumps, flips, and other epic stunts. These trucks… Read More →
Mud Truck Racing: Tearing It Up
From the Series Dirt and Destruction Sports Zone
Do you like fast trucks and loud engines? How about buckets of mud flying in all directions? If yes, then mud truck racing is for you! Big trucks tear through mud bogs on their way to glory.… Read More →
My Little Book of Dump Trucks and Diggers
From the Series My Little Book Of
What are the different parts of a digger called? What does a dump truck carry? What is a road train? My Little Book of Dump Trucks and Diggers answers all of these questions and many more.… Read More →
My Little Book Of — Hardcover Set
From the Series My Little Book Of
The ideal way to introduce early science, nature, and transportation topics to young readers, this vibrant and insightful series will encourage children to explore the world around them, from Read More →
Nuclear Energy
From the Series Energy Evolutions
Can nuclear energy 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… Read More →
Nurse Tools
From the Series Bumba Books ® — Community Helpers Tools of the Trade
Hey there! Are you curious about what tools nurses use to help keep us healthy? In this book, we'll take a closer look at some of the tools that nurses use and what they're used for. The… Read More →
On the Move
From the Series What Machines Do
Up in the air or on the ground, machines are always on the move! Head to the airport and see the planes take off and how the baggage carousel works. Hop on a train after using the ticket… Read More →
Playing a Game: Inclined Plane vs. Lever
From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Simple Machines to the Rescue
These kids are playing a game, trying to move a person with a simple machine. Which will work better—an inclined plane or a lever? Readers will see them compare the simple machines to decide. Read More →
Police Officer Tools
From the Series Bumba Books ® — Community Helpers Tools of the Trade
Welcome to the exciting world of police officers! Did you know that police officers use a lot of special tools to help serve and protect their communities? In this book, we'll take a closer… Read More →
Primary Grades Nonfiction Audiobook Collection — Audio Book Set
Titles in this collection were selected to provide a dynamic introduction to nonfiction for the youngest listeners, covering core concepts in science, social studies, sports, health and… Read More →
Pulleys
From the Series Early Bird Physics
How does a pulley work? What is it? Colorful diagrams and fun-to-do experiments help you explore the many ways this simple machine can help make work easier and faster. Read More →
Put Inclined Planes to the Test
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — How Do Simple Machines Work?
What do staircases, dump truck beds, and ramps have in common? All of them are inclined planes! Inclined planes are simple machines. They help us to do jobs more easily. But don't take our… Read More →
Put Levers to the Test
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — How Do Simple Machines Work?
What do hammers, wheelbarrows, and brooms have in common? All of them are levers! Levers are simple machines. They help us to do jobs more easily. But don't take our word for it. Put levers… Read More →
Put Pulleys to the Test
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — How Do Simple Machines Work?
What do flagpoles and some window blinds have in common? They use pulleys to perform work! Pulleys are simple machines. They help us to do jobs more easily. But don't take our word for it.… Read More →
Put Screws to the Test
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — How Do Simple Machines Work?
What do jar tops and water-bottle lids have in common? Both of them are screws! Screws are simple machines. They help us to do jobs more easily. But don't take our word for it. Put screws to… Read More →
Put Wedges to the Test
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — How Do Simple Machines Work?
What do a doorstop, a butter knife, and the front of a boat have in common? All of them are wedges! Wedges are simple machines. They help us to do jobs more easily. But don't take our word… Read More →