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Feel the excitement, hear the sounds, watch "Rough Tough Wheels" in action. "Rough Tough Wheels" are large, powerful monsters on wheels that perform the jobs too big for most.

On a newly cleared expanse of ground a grader, a paver and a dump truck all work together to build a new road. In a crowded arena, noisy with spectators, monster trucks roll and rumble as they race about! In the country, a tree spade plants a full-grown tree straight into the ground! An excavator is strong enough to break down an old house.

This third book in the 'Mighty Wheels' series presents big, strong vehicles that can build roads, tow or flatten whole cars or haul big loads. They rumble and roar as they carry out tasks that require sheer force of strength and size.

Like the first two books in this series, "Rough Tough Wheels" is written in simple, rhythmic text, easy for toddlers to follow. The pictures are clearly detailed and colorful. ... Read more

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Amazing Machines functions as both manual and workshop. Here are four machine bodies waiting for young engineers and mechanics to build them. The simple text explains what the machines are, and readers can then snap on the required tools each one needs to do its job. The machines include a space lander, a submersible, an excavator, and a rescue vehicle. Using the 42 snap-on gadgets and gizmos bundled in, young readers can transform powerless shells into wonderful and wacky vehicles. ... Read more

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The intriguing universe of robots.

Robots have lived in the human imagination for generations. Remember Frankenstein's creature brought to life by an electric charge, the Tin Man who yearned to become human, or the robot-filled world of the popular 1960s animated television series The Jetsons?

Young readers will share this fascination as they embark on a thrilling journey from primitive robots to the revolution that is now underway. Chapters include: - In Our Own Image: The history of robots, from the first automaton in 1709 to the rise of computers in 20th century - Where are All the Robots?: Robot predictions from the past vs. modern reality - Robot Explorers: Searching new frontiers: underwater, outer space - Fighting Robots: Military assignments too dangerous for humans - Working Robots: From assembly line operations to intricate surgical procedures - Robots at Play: Robotic athletes, pets, toys and even actors grabbing the movie spotlight - The Future: What can we expect?

With a text that will engross readers from the outset, lively sidebars, and intriguing photography, Mighty Robots creates a captivating picture of the robotic world. ... Read more

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Explains what a bulldozer can do, how its different parts work, and how the operator manipulates it from inside the cab. ... Read more

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The biggest, the fastest, the longest, and the mighties machines on the planet are explored and explained in Info Adventure's Mega MachinesFrom cars that fit in a suitcase to giant juggernauts, these magical mechanical marvels take invention to a new dimension.Sit back and enjoy the ride!

Truth is stranger than fiction in this series, which is packed with believe-it-or-not facts about intriguing subjects.Sensational graphics, action photographs and offbeat true stories help make this series irresistible for pre-teen readers.

Winner Of The Parents' Choice Silver Award ... Read more

Reviews (1)

Our little boy is a giant fan of Giant Dump Trucks
Our two-year-old son can't get enough of Giant Dump Trucks.He wants to read the book over and over.It has great pictures of giant dump trucks at work in quarries and in open pit mines.Our son is an expert on thesetrucks now. ... Read more