"How do big construction machines do their job? Young readers will see that they use the force of push and pull to get the work done. Great for STEM and content literacy"--

Diggers, cranes, tractors, bulldozers, trucks and a whole lot more . . . Explore the big machines that help people lift, pull, push and move things of all shapes and sizes in this colourful, fascinating book. Big Machines is from Developing Reader Level 2 and is ideal for readers aged from 5+ who can read short, simple sentences with help. Read It Yourself is a series of modern stories, traditional tales and first reference books for children who are learning to read. Each book has been carefully checked by educational and subject consultants and includes comprehension puzzles, book band information, and tips for helping children with their reading. With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading and a wide range of different stories and topics for every interest, Read It Yourself helps children build their confidence and begin reading for pleasure.

Learn how things get moving and what makes them stop.

Discover machines on the building site, at home and in the playground in First Explorers: Machines. Each scene has chunky push, pull and slide mechanisms perfect for little hands. Spot diggers, tractors and cranes, as well as lots of other machines at work, and read the fun facts. Beautifully illustrated by Jenny Wren, this title provides gentle early learning and is a simple introduction to science topics for small children. Discover more in the First Explorers series: Night Animals, Sea Creatures, In the Jungle, Dinosaurs, Wild Animals, Brilliant Bugs, Snowy Animals, Things That Go, Beautiful Birds.

Push and pull are a part of daily life, from pushing a friend on a swing to pulling a wagon. Introduce readers to the science concepts behind push and pull forces alongside their pals from Sesame Street!

Science.

Young readers will explore which modes of transportation move people and which ones move goods and provide services.