Details the characteristics of cranes and describes the construction jobs for which they are used. Includes color photographs and a glossary.

From hoisting construction materials to swinging wrecking balls, cranes are very important. Get the basics on these cool machines in this interesting book.

Readers learn how cranes work and why we use them. As a beginner's guide to science, these books also offer an activity page to help children understand levers, pulleys or ramps, and high-frequency words and easy vocabulary make for easy-to-read text perfect for young and reluctant readers.

This book describes cranes, including their parts, tools, loading, and construction work.

Text and photographs describe the work that cranes do.

Simple text and photographs introduce learning young readers to the power and capability of cranes and what they are used for on construction sites. Includes a glossary.

Simple text and pictures introduce facts about cranes, tells what they are used for and why they are important.

Presents information on cranes, including their parts and functions. Includes a picture glossary and a link to further resources.

Large, colorful photos and simple text illustrate a structure being knocked down by a wrecking ball and other machinery.