Las Hormigoneras - by Mari Bolte (Paperback)

About the Book

"An early elementary-level STEM introduction to the concrete mixer, translated into North American Spanish. Covers how the construction vehicle looks and works. Includes a glossary, further resources, and a labeled image guide to the cement-mixing machine's major parts"--

Book Synopsis

Let's mix! Young learners are introduced to the concrete mixer in a beginning STEM reader that's perfect for kids who like to get their hands dirty and build things. Dynamic images and carefully leveled, informational text that's been translated into North American Spanish highlight how this construction vehicle looks and how it prepares its cement-and-water mixture for use. Part of the Seedlings series, this title plants seeds of knowledge about heavy-duty machines. Includes a glossary, further resources, and a labeled image guide featuring major parts from drum to chute.

Review Quotes

"exemplary models for nonfiction children's series...ideal additions to both public and school library collections." --School Library Journal

"An essential purchase for STEM libraries or collections that have purchased other installments of the series." --School Library Journal