Synopsis
They're big. They're bright. They're powerful.
Big wheels get the tough jobs done. Lifting, pushing, digging, dumping-they build the real world children live in and the imaginary worlds they create for themselves. Preschoolers will revel in the power that comes from knowing the name and function of each of these huge machines, and they will have fun picturing themselves riding atop each behemoth as they read about their favorite trucks again and again. With Anne Rockwell's colorful illustrations and simple text, this exciting book is sure to become a classic with another generation of young readers.
Joan Kindig, Ph.D. - Children's Literature
Big earth-moving machines provide endless delight to young boys and girls. They love to learn the names of each one they encounter in their everyday lives. Anne Rockwell has compiled a book with both simple text and graphics that will delight these youngsters. Each machine is named and their job is described in both words and pictures. Clarity is all-important in a concept book like this. Rockwell's intention is to acquaint little ones with as many big machines with big wheels as she possibly can and she succeeds with flying colors. From the obvious big wheels like tractors to a compactor that handles garbage in the city dump, these varied machines will tickle the reader. Clear, simple pen and ink drawings with watercolor overlay make this book of big wheels take off. 2003, Walker, Ages 3 to 6.