Pettiford, Rebecca. Construction zone

In Backhoes, emergent readers will learn about the parts and functions of a backhoe. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover how a construction worker uses the machine to dig up dirt and a broken pipe. A labeled diagram helps readers identify different parts of a backhoe, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about backhoes online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Backhoes also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index. Backhoes is part of Jump!'s Construction Zone series. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents Do you have readers who just can't get enough of big machines? Vibrant photographs of large construction vehicles at work, photo labels, and diagrams work together with tightly controlled vocabulary to make this a fun and exciting series for beginning readers. Each title includes reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and a glossary and index

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