Describes the parts of combines and how they work in harvesting different kinds of crops.

"Combines introduces children to the world of modern farm equipment--showing how the most complex machines on the farm work to harvest crops. This book is filled with colorful action photographs, fun illustrations and a cast of cartoon equipment characters. Narrated by Casey the farmer and Tillus the worm, Combines teaches readers how Cody and Kellie--the combines of Happy Skies Farm- harvest crops by gathering, separating, and unloading grain and...

"In Combines, early fluent readers will learn how combines work to harvest crops, including different parts of the machine, how they've changed agriculture, and new technology being implemented. Beautiful, crisp, full-color photographs complement the text. Combines features infographics, sidebars, reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index." -- Provided by publisher.

Farms are as important as ever, even in our high-tech world. Without them, we wouldn't have produce, dairy, or meats. Readers of this engaging book will see how technology and nature combine to yield delicious harvests. They'll get an inside look at the anatomy of tractors and other farm machines, learning their different parts and processes. Simple language breaks down complex principles and systems into manageable chunks of information. Intricate...