"There's just something exciting about seeing a brightly colored fire truck as it roars by, lights flashing and siren wailing. Many children are fascinated by these huge machines that help keep people safe and protect their homes and other buildings. In this book, students will learn about different kinds of fire trucks, from immense ladder trucks to the big pumpers that help move water to fight fires. Full-color photographs of fire trucks and firefighters...

Drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), may seem like something out of a science-fiction novel. But in fact, civilian drones are a kind of technology that is becoming increasingly present in our everyday lives. This title uncovers the science and technology behind civilian drones. Readers learn the history of this technology, how it works, and how it's used. The text's science and technology concepts complement STEM classroom concepts. Fact boxes,...

Chug! Chug! A tractor rumbles across a corn field! Find out about the many jobs a tractor can do, and learn about where they are important.

Describes the parts, workings, and purposes of garbage trucks, explaining why they are important machines.

Introduces bulldozers and describes the jobs they do.

"Simple text and full-color photographs describe various military helicopters"--Provided by publisher.

"US military robots come in many shapes and sizes, but they all have one thing in common. They help keep soldiers safe. Learn more about the dangerous missions and amazing abilities of military robots"-- Provided by publisher.

Outlines the process of making and patenting inventions and presents innovations in such fields as transportation, appliances, child and pet care, and amusement that did not work, were too early or too late, or failed for other reasons.

This title discusses how bridges are built, including engineering, design and construction.

"This photo-illustrated book introduces early fluent readers to the process of manufacturing maple syrup. Includes glossary and index"-- Provided by publisher.