Machines

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… More →

Some dragsters can move at speeds over 300 miles per hour! These race cars race one-on-one on straight tracks. Students will discover the history of dragsters, the technology behind their… More →

Rally cars are race cars that are also street legal. They are raced over long-distances by two-member teams consisting of a driver and a navigator. Readers will learn about the history of… More →

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. More →

Hot rods are modified cars with huge engines, custom paint-jobs, and high linear speeds. Readers will find out where the idea to make these cars came from and the enthusiasm that keeps them… More →

Hydroplanes travel across the water toward the finish line at incredible speeds. One wrong move can send the vehicle into a serious crash. Students will learn about the history and… More →

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 More →

Have you ever wondered how an Indy car can keep its grip on the track when traveling at 200 miles per hour? Readers will learn the history of Indy cars, Indy car technology, and how these… More →

ATVs can be used for both work and play. Riders have many different models to choose from. Students will learn about the history of ATVs, the technology used in their design and performance,… More →

Motocross racing and moto-X freestyle both require these versatile cycles. Students will learn about the origin of motocross cycles, how they are modified for racing or freestyle, and how… More →

Many kinds of vehicles can be made into monster vehicles. Monster trucks are the most popular, but there are also monster motorcycles, cars, and vans! Readers will explore the history of… More →

Lowriders are more about appearance than speed or performance. They are more like works of art than cars. Kids will learn about the history of the lowrider craze and how it has changed over the years. More →