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Machines at Work

by Byron Barton · 1987

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"Hey, you guys! Let's get to work." At the construction site, the workers gather. Their machines are ready and waiting. A busy day is about to begin. Rhythmic text and bold, graphic illustrations convey all the energy and excitement of the day.

Subject
sciencescienceMore like thisLess of this
Themes
workworkMore like thisLess of this
Audience
picture bookschildrens
Length
short · 17 pages

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