Did you know that wheels and axles help move things far and fast? They can also make it easier for people to turn things. Learn how wheels have changed the world and more in this book.
Descubra c?mo esta sencilla m?quina facilita la elevaci?n y la bajada de objetos. Aprenden sobre poleas fijas y m?viles y cu?ndo es mejor usar cada una.
Illustrations and rhyming text present examples of many things that wheels do, from whizzing and whirring to racing and towing, depicting several different items with wheels, including cars, bikes, skateboards, and planes.
"Trucks and cars are very important in Kevin's world. He likes them all: the strong workers, like the tractor and the garbage truck; the quick helpers, like the fire engine and the police car; and the regular road vehicles, like the car and the motorcycle"--Back cover.
People who drive lowriders can control how high or low the car is relative to the ground with switches. These switches control the flow of oil to each wheel. Lowriders can be really fun! Skilled drivers can do tricks such as making the cars bounce and jump around. In the 1990's, lowriders became a popular part of hip-hop culture. Readers will learn more about the history of lowriders and more-even about "dancing" contests! Full-color photographs show many different kinds of lowriders.
Did you ride a bike today? Then you’ve used wheels and axles! These simple machines are all around. Take a look inside this book, and discover 13 different ways we use wheels and axles.
