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Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Cherry pickers aren't actually meant for picking cherries. These machines are aerial work platforms that help people reach high places. Cherry pickers usually can't lift very heavy loads. However, they may have other features to help people do certain jobs. These extra-large machines take the place of scaffolding, which takes a long time to set up and take down and can be dangerous. Readers will learn about the different parts of a cherry picker,...
2) Backhoes
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Digging machines fascinate many young children. Backhoes are extra-large machines that draw earth backward instead of lifting it forward like shovels or other digging machines do. They can be found at many work sites, building roads and digging the foundations for people's homes and other buildings, even skyscrapers. This book explores the different types of backhoes and how they've helped people do jobs for many years. Full-color photographs of backhoes...
3) Bulldozers
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Huge machines are all around us! Bulldozers are large, powerful machines that can push large amounts of materials with their blade. They are found at many job sites, including mines and road-construction sites. This book explores the different parts of a bulldozer, including its tracks and blade, and how these extra-large machines are put to use. Full-color photographs of these massive machines and age-appropriate text will enrapture readers.
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