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"Emergent readers will learn about the parts and functions of a mobile crane. Color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover how a crane lifts and moves heavy materials to help do big jobs. A labeled diagram helps readers identify different parts of a crane, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary"--Provided by publisher.

Clank! A crane drops a steel beam on top of a skyscraper! Find out more about wrecking balls, heavy loads, and other things a crane might lift. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, informative sidebars and captions, an activity, critical-thinking questions, sources for further research, a phonetic glossary, an index, and an introduction to the author.

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

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

A look at some of the most amazing elevators in the world. Addresses the obstacles of construction, the impact on society, and the science of engineering such superstructures.

Photographs and simple text introduce early readers to the parts and functions of cranes.

Age-appropriate critical thinking questions, carefully leveled text, and vibrant photos help young readers learn all about cranes.

Explores how mobile cranes are used on construction sites.

Explores how knuckleboom loaders are used on construction sites.

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