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.

Wheel Loaders (Mighty Machines)

Children's Books

Zobel, Derek

Literature & Fiction

Blastoff! Readers

Ladybugs spend part of their life cycle as larva. Every day a ladybug larva eats about 30 tiny green insects called aphids. Young children will watch a ladybug go from egg to adult.

The Life Cycle of a Ladybug (Blastoff! Readers: Life Cycles) (Life Cycles: Blastoff! Readers, Level 3)

Colleen Sexton

Animals

The Queen is Englands most recognizable symbol. Her Royal Guards stand at attention to protect Londons famous Buckingham Palace. In this book, young readers will discover the landmarks, traditions, and food of a country known for sophistication and afternoon tea.

England (Paperback) (Blastoff! Readers: Exploring Countries) (Blastoff! Readers Level 5: Exploring Countries)

Walter Simmons

Geography & Cultures

Frances most famous icon is the Eiffel Tower. This tower in Paris is the height of an 81-story building and ranks as the most visited monument in the world! This book introduces children to the classic beauty, revolutionary people, and fine foods of a country known for the arts.

France (Paperback) (Blastoff! Readers: Exploring Countries) (Exploring Countries: Blastoff Readers, Level 5)

Rachel Grack

A country of open fields, Ireland is known for its agriculture. It is also known for its unique step dancing and St. Patricks Day celebrations. This book teaches children about life in a country of lush green land and lively, laid-back people.

Ireland (Paperback) (Blastoff! Readers: Exploring Countries) (Exploring Countries: Blastoff Readers, Level 5)

Sticking out into the Mediterranean Sea, Italy has some of the nicest weather in Europe. It is famous for its art, architecture, and cuisine. Readers will discover the physical geography of Italy through descriptions of the landscape, waters, and coasts. They will also learn about the cultural geography of Italy, reading about Italian schools, businesses, and communities.

Italy (Paperback) (Blastoff! Readers: Exploring Countries) (Blastoff! Readers, Level 5: Exploring Countries)

Japan is a nation made up of many islands in the western Pacific Ocean. Over 100 million people live in this small nation of islands. Many live in the countryside, but millions live in crowded cities like Tokyo. Students will learn about the physical features of the landscape and surrounding waters as well as the cultural aspects of the Japanese from old traditions to modern everyday life.

Japan (Paperback) (Blastoff! Readers: Exploring Countries) (Exploring Countries: Blastoff! Readers Level 5)

Mexico has almost 6,000 miles of coastline. It borders both the Atlantic and the Pacific Oceans. Readers will discover the diverse physical features of Mexico, the variety of wildlife it boasts on land and in water, and what everyday life is like in both urban and rural settings.

Mexico (Paperback) (Blastoff! Readers: Exploring Countries) (Exploring Countries: Blastoff Readers, Level 5)

Vietnam is famous for Ha Long Bay, a unique bay that formed over millions of years. Its scenic isles draw tourists from around the world. It is one of several marvels in Vietnam. Readers will explore other geographic features of Vietnam as well as the culture and traditions of the Vietnamese people.

Vietnam (Paperback) (Blastoff! Readers: Exploring Countries) (Exploring Countries: Blastoff! Readers, Level 5)

Earth is the only planet in the solar system known to support life. Children will explore our homes water, atmosphere, and the diverse land features that make Earth a beautiful place to live!

Earth (Paperback) (Blastoff! Readers: Exploring Space) (Exploring Space: Blastoff Readers, Level 3)

Derek Zobel

Science, Nature & How It Works

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