Dan Osier
1) Backhoes
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Having a loader in the front and a bucket in the back makes the backhoe a particularly versatile construction vehicle. Readers will discover the backhoe's English origins and other interesting facts about these iconic machines. They will even learn the source of the backhoe's name.
2) Bulldozers
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Big tracks and blades make these earth-moving machines instantly recognizable. Introduce readers to the parts of a bulldozer, including the three kinds of blades these big machines use. A great choice for young readers, in particular those fascinated by powerful machines.
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Kids can expand their knowledge about forklift drivers and how forklifts work with this introductory title. They'll learn the purpose of counterweights and discover what a telescopic forklift is. Great for bilingual readers, as well as Spanish-speakers learning English and English-speakers learning Spanish.
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These large trucks do the basic but indispensable job of transporting and dumping out big loads. Young readers will see how invaluable these vehicles are at construction sites, in mines, and more. Great photos of dump trucks and dump truck drivers illustrate a simple text in standard Latin American Spanish and English.
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Big tracks and blades make these earth-moving machines instantly recognizable. Introduce readers to the parts of a bulldozer, including the three blade types these big machines use. This volume features short, simple text in standard Latin American Spanish and English.
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Massive cranes strike awe in children and adults alike. Readers will learn to identify the basic parts of a crane. They will be introduced to several crane varieties. The roles of crane operators and signal-workers are also explained. The large-type text is in both standard Latin American Spanish and English.
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Informative text in standard Latin American Spanish and English explains how cement mixers are used to make and transport concrete. What concrete is and how it is used are also explained. Perfect for kids who are curious about how buildings, bridges, and other structures are built.
