Backhoes
by Ray McClellan
read by Dana Fleming
Part of the Mighty Machines series
Backhoes are powerful machines that help build houses or other structures. The strongest part of a backhoe is its digging bucket, which scoops up dirt and rocks. Young readers will find out how this machine operates and works in this easy introduction.
Scrapers
by Derek Zobel
read by David Christian
Part of the Mighty Machines series
Scrapers are big earth movers. They have a part that chops up the ground so that the ground can be scraped up and transported. See the whole process unfold in the pages of this introduction to scrapers.
Snowplows
by Mary Lindeen
read by David Christian
Part of the Mighty Machines series
These important machines make sure people can still use the roads in wintertime. They clear snow so that cars can drive. Discover the different parts of a snowplow and how they make the roads safe in winter.
Skid Steer Loaders
by Kay Manolis
read by David Christian
Part of the Mighty Machines series
Skid steer loaders are small construction machines that can do many different jobs. They are very useful for working in small places. Follow a skid steer loader as it drills a hole, lifts up a tree, or moves dirt.
Bulldozers
by M. T. Martin
read by Dana Fleming
Part of the Mighty Machines series
Did you know a bulldozer's blade can be as heavy as an elephant? A bulldozer breaks apart rocks or dirt and uses its blade to clear things out of the way. Students will learn about the different parts of a bulldozer and the various places a bulldozer works.
Wheel Loaders
by Derek Zobel
read by David Christian
Part of the Mighty Machines series
These mighty machines move big piles of material from one place to another. Some wheel loaders have a huge claw called a grapple to grab things like logs. This book explains how a wheel loader works and what it transports.
Airplanes
by Mary Lindeen
read by Dana Fleming
Part of the Mighty Machines series
Airplanes come in all shapes and sizes, from small to jumbo. Some airplanes can fly as fast as 2,000 miles per hour. Take a first look at the parts of an airplane, and hold on tight for take off!
Trucks
by Mary Lindeen
read by Dana Fleming
Part of the Mighty Machines series
Did you know that some big trucks have 18 wheels? All different kinds of trucks travel the roads daily. Young readers will learn about pickup trucks, big rigs, and monster trucks in this simple introduction.
Bucket Trucks
by Derek Zobel
read by David Christian
Part of the Mighty Machines series
When you lose electricity during a storm, a bucket truck may come to the rescue. Bucket trucks help people reach things high up like power lines, trees, or traffic lights. Discover a bucket truck's different uses and how this machine works.
Cranes
by M. T. Martin
read by David Christian
Part of the Mighty Machines series
Rising high into the sky, cranes are the tallest machines on a construction site. They lift and move equipment from one part of the site to another. This book explains how these tall machines help build bridges, skyscrapers, and other structures.
Diggers
by Derek Zobel
read by David Christian
Part of the Mighty Machines series
Diggers come in all sizes and can dig very deep holes. The biggest digger weighs more than one million pounds! Find out how the different parts of this machine work together to dig into the ground.
Big Rigs
by Kay Manolis
read by David Christian
Part of the Mighty Machines series
Have you ever seen a big truck on the highway? That is called a big rig. It transports many of the things we use in our everyday lives. Read about the different types of big rigs and how they transport cargo.
Dump Trucks
by Ray McClellan
read by Dana Fleming
Part of the Mighty Machines series
Dump trucks help the other machines on a construction site by transporting dirt or other materials. Some dump trucks can carry a load of up to 52,000 pounds. Read about how these machines work and watch for when the truck dumps its load!
Monster Trucks
by Kay Manolis
read by Dana Fleming
Part of the Mighty Machines series
A monster truck rolls over a car and crunches it under its huge wheels. Monster trucks are giant pickup trucks that can race around a track. Kids will roar with excitement as monster trucks dominate this book's pages.
Motorcycles
by Derek Zobel
read by Dana Fleming
Part of the Mighty Machines series
Pop a wheelie! Motorcycles are exciting vehicles used for many purposes from traveling to racing. Young readers will learn about the different parts of a motorcycle and the various kinds of motorcycles.
Ships
by Mary Lindeen
read by Dana Fleming
Part of the Mighty Machines series
These huge machines travel on the ocean and have many different uses. A ship has a huge engine and sometimes uses sails. Join the captain of a cargo ship, a supertanker, or a cruise ship, and sail the seas!
Fire Trucks
by Mary Lindeen
read by Dana Fleming
Part of the Mighty Machines series
There's smoke coming from a building and sirens blaring in the distance. A fire truck is coming to the rescue! Tour a fire truck and all the different equipment from hoses to ladders that firefighters use to put out fires.
Trains
by Mary Lindeen
read by Dana Fleming
Part of the Mighty Machines series
All aboard! There are all different kinds of trains that accomplish various tasks. Speed along with a bullet train, go underground with a subway train, or hop aboard a freight train as it transports goods.
Graders
by Mary Lindeen
read by Dana Fleming
Part of the Mighty Machines series
A new road needs to be built, but first a grader must flatten the dirt underneath. A grader uses a blade to push the dirt down and prepare the way for a new road. Students will discover other jobs this powerful machine performs in this early introduction.
Garbage Trucks
by Mary Lindeen
read by Dana Fleming
Part of the Mighty Machines series
Where does our garbage go after we throw it away? These huge machines pick up our garbage and transport it to landfills. Learn how garbage trucks lift garbage cans, pack down garbage, and get rid of their smelly cargo!
Ambulances
by Kay Manolis
read by David Christian
Part of the Mighty Machines series
Clear the road for the speeding ambulance! These vehicles need to get to an emergency as fast as possible. Learn about the equipment an ambulance carries and how ambulance workers save lives.
Earth Movers
by M. T. Martin
read by Dana Fleming
Part of the Mighty Machines series
These huge trucks move, carry, and dump big loads of earth. There are different kinds of earth movers and each has a specific task. Kids will get a first look at the types of earth movers and how they do their jobs.
Police Cars
by Kay Manolis
read by Dana Fleming
Part of the Mighty Machines series
Why do police cars patrol the streets? Police cars help police officers fight crime and stop people from driving dangerously. Get a look into these cars and the equipment police use inside them.
Taxis
by Kay Manolis
read by David Christian
Part of the Mighty Machines series
Wave down a taxi and catch a ride! These helpful cars take people where they need to go. Beginning readers will learn how to catch a taxi, how taxis work, and where taxis can take people.
Tractors
by Mary Lindeen
read by Dana Fleming
Part of the Mighty Machines series
These machines are very important in keeping a farm running smoothly. A tractor pulls other machines through the field. Plow through this book as a tractor pulls a plow, a planter, or a mower.
Race Cars
by Derek Zobel
read by Dana Fleming
Part of the Mighty Machines series
Visit the racetrack in this book to see fast cars compete against each other. Race cars have powerful engines and fearless drivers. Zoom through this book and discover different types of race cars and how they work!
Ships
by Mary Lindeen
read by Dana Fleming
Part of the Mighty Machines series
These huge machines travel on the ocean and have many different uses. A ship has a huge engine and sometimes uses sails. Join the captain of a cargo ship, a supertanker, or a cruise ship, and sail the seas!
