Vehicles on the Move
Young readers are fascinated by vehicles of all kinds! Twelve new titles have been added to Bobbie Kalman’s series. Vehicles on the Move gives children information about their favorites. Each page includes large, brightly colored images. Children will race to get their hands on these books!.
© Year 2010/2011
Reading Level: Grade 2
Interest Level: Grades K – 3
Size: 8½″× 10¾″ 32p
Language: English
Features: Glossary, Further Reading, Index, Web Sites
Bicycles: Pedal Power
Young readers will race to get their hands on this entertaining new book! Bicycles: Pedal Power looks at different kinds of bikes used for transportation, work, and fun. Readers will learn about mountain bikes, racing bikes, tandem bikes, rickshaws, and more.
© 2011 ISBN: 9780778727255
Written by Lynn Peppas
Big Buses
Easy-to-read text and vivid photographs combine to give young readers a close-up look at different kinds of buses. Big Buses introduces children to different kinds of buses, including school buses, city buses, double-decker buses and open-top buses.
© 2011 ISBN: 9780778727262
Written by Lynn Peppas
Boats on the Water
This new title will make a “splash” with young readers! From sailboats and speed boats, to ferries and ocean liners, Boats on the Water introduces readers to different kinds of boats and ships. Children will enjoy learning about the basic parts and functions of various boats.
© 2011 ISBN: 9780778727279
Written by Lynn Peppas
Fire Trucks: Racing to the Scene
Young readers will be “pumped” up to learn about different kinds of fire trucks. Fire Trucks: Racing to the Scene introduces readers to pumper trucks, ladder trucks, and other fire department vehicles. Children will enjoy learning about the different functions of each truck and the equipment on board these emergency vehicles.
© 2010 ISBN: 9780778730460
Written by Molly Aloian
Green Machines: Eco-friendly Rides
Easy-to-read text and vivid photographs combine to introduce young readers to eco-friendly vehicles. This dynamic new book gives a close-up view of some of the world’s most innovative, eco-friendly rides, including three-wheeled cars, hydrogen fuel-cell busses, segway personal transporters, and electric bikes and scooters.
© 2011 ISBN: 9780778727293
Written by Lynn Peppas
Motorcycles
This high-energy title introduces young readers to different kinds of motorcycles, including superbikes, street bikes, and dirt bikes. This dynamic new book also describes the basic parts and functions of various motorcycles. Decodable text and exciting photographs make this title ideal for young motorcycle enthusiasts.
© 2011 ISBN: 9780778727293
Written by Lynn Peppas
Deep-diving Submarines
Young readers will “dive” right into this exciting new title! Deep-diving Submarines introduces readers to the different parts of a submarine and explains how these vehicles move through the water.
© 2010 ISBN: 9780778727286
Written by Molly Aloian
High-flying Airplanes
Children’s imaginations will soar as they learn about different kinds of airplanes including jumbo jets, seaplanes, and stunt planes. This dynamic new book also describes the basic parts and functions of various airplanes.
© 2010 ISBN: 9780778730477
Written by Reagan Miller
Hovering Helicopters
Engaging photographs and easy-to-read text combine to give young readers a close-up look at different kinds of helicopters. Hovering Helicopters describes the way a helicopter operates, different kinds of helicopters, and how these amazing machines can go places and do things that other vehicles cannot.
© 2010 ISBN: 9780778730484
Written by Molly Aloian
Mighty Tanks
Children will delight in learning about military tanks. Mighty Tanks introduces readers to the different parts that make up a tank and explains how these mighty armored vehicles move over rough terrain.
© 2010 ISBN: 9780778730491
Written by Paul Challen
Tractors at Work
Young readers will really “dig” this exciting new title that looks at different kinds of tractors. Tractors at Work uses detailed photographs and decodable text to introduce readers to different tractor models and the kinds of work different tractors can do.
© 2010 ISBN: 9780778730507
Written by Lynn Peppas
Vehicles on the Farm
Vehicles on the Farm takes readers on an exciting tour of the kinds of hard-working vehicles that are found on a farm. This new title uses large, vibrant images and clear text to introduce readers to combines, harvesters, and other common farm vehicles and the important jobs they do.
© 2010 ISBN: 9780778730514
Written by Lynn Peppas
…Vehicles on the Farm will fascinate the young reader, especially by their size and capabilities. The first chapter discusses work on the farm and the vehicles needed. Tough tractors with huge wheels are colourfully illustrated. As well, ploughs, cultivators and spreaders are discussed. Further chapters include watering machines, crop sprayers, a combine harvester and a hay baler. How they all work is explained in detail. Beautiful farming pictures abound, enhancing the interest …
Resource Links, 01/11Wonderful book to introduce vehicles in the water. Great explanations and photos.
May Jo Goldcamp, St. Bede School, 08/12Series developed and produced for Crabtree Publishing by SilverDot Publishing/BlueAppleWorks Inc. Marketing copy courtesy of Crabtree Publishing. Visit Site.