cranes, derricks, etc

Illustrations and simple text show the parallels between a pair of sandhill cranes building a nest and a construction crane being used to build a cabin for a family.

Briefly explores how cranes are constructed, how they are so strong and able to lift heavy objects and the kinds of construction projects they are used on. Includes pictures and a glossary.

Explains what a crane is and what is does at a construction site.

"Developed by literacy experts and educators for students in PreK through grade two, this book introduces beginning readers to cranes through simple, predictable text and related photos"--Provided by publisher.

"Simple nonfiction text and full-color photographs present cranes"--Provided by publisher.

A photographic introduction to cranes, discussing what they are, what they are used for, and how they work, looking at different types of cranes, and explaining why cranes are important.

Simple text and photographs describe what diggers and cranes are, and discusses the different jobs the machines can accomplish.

Illustrations and rhyming text show that a crane can lift anything from a load of steel to a cow.

"With a turn of his crane and a swing of his wrecking ball, Mr. Gilly knocks down the old buildings. He smashes through brick and wood. He crashes through stone and glass. Then, with a push from his bulldozer, Mr. Gilly cleans it all up to make room for something brand-new!"--Amazon.

Simple text and full-color photographs introduce young readers to cranes.