Green Machines: Eco-friendly Rides

From the Series Vehicles on the Move
  • Interest Level: Kindergarten - Grade 3
  • Reading Level: Grade 2

Easy-to-read text and vivid photographs combine to introduce young readers to eco-friendly vehicles. This dynamic new book gives a close-up view of some of the world's most innovative, eco-friendly rides, including three-wheeled cars, hydrogen fuel-cell busses, segway personal transporters, and electric bikes and scooters.

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Interest Level Kindergarten - Grade 3
Reading Level Grade 2
Age Range 5 - 8
Dewey 629.2
Lexile 700L
ATOS Reading Level
Guided Reading Level M
Subjects High Interest
Genres Nonfiction
Publisher Crabtree Publishing
Imprint Crabtree Classics
Copyright 2011
Number of Pages 32
Dimensions 8.5 x 10.75
Graphics
BISACS JNF057000, JNF037020, JNF051120
Rights Included WORLD
Language English

Green Machines: Eco-friendly Rides - Children's Literature

From its apt title to its inviting contents and words to know sections, the discussed varieties of green transportation will entice young readers. This combination encyclopedia/dictionary stresses current trends toward saving planet Earth, encouraging active participation by youth and adults in this vital task of reducing dependence on fossil fuels. One of “Vehicles on the Move” series, Peppas defines “green” and shows how renewable fuels, such as those made from corn or potatoes, will not be depleted.

Author: Lynn Peppas