Describes the parts and functions of concrete mixers, and provides facts about the machines.

Have you ever wanted to leave your handprint in a patch of wet concrete? You may have wondered how concrete is formed and how it is set down to harden. This introduction offers a glimpse into this process and the giant machine behind it.

A drum and a chute make a concrete mixer unique from other construction equipment. The first part has a spiral-shaped inside for mixing concrete. The second part shoots concrete out of the machine. Beginning readers will want to turn the pages of this title about concrete mixers!

In Concrete Mixers, beginning readers will learn about parts of a concrete mixer that help construction workers do their jobs. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage emergent readers as they discover the unique features of these machines.A labeled diagram helps readers identify parts of a concrete mixer, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about concrete mixers online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Concrete Mixers also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and index.Concrete Mixers is part of Jump!'s Machines at Work series.

This book will introduce beginning readers to the fascinating work of construction machines. Real-world, vivid full-color photographs and simple text will inspire young readers to learn more about one of the most useful construction machines – the concrete mixer.

What is your favorite machine? In My Favorite Machine: Concrete Mixers, young readers will learn all about concrete mixers. This book introduces kids to the different concrete mixers and the process used for making and transporting concrete. Sample Text: Cement mixed with sand or gravel and water makes concrete. These things are put into a drum that spins. The drum never stops spinning. If it did, the concrete would dry.