That Construction Worker is My Mom: The Heavy Equipment Operator

Not all heroes wear capes-some wear tool belts.

Hands-On Heroes is a vibrant children's book series created to introduce young readers to the exciting world of skilled trades like heavy equipment operators. Through empowering storytelling, diverse characters, and real-world career exposure, these books help children discover that building the world around us is a job for everyone.

This series makes an ideal classroom resource, bedtime read, or gift for curious kids who love to build, fix, and explore. Each title features a strong role model, often a woman working in the trades along with accessible language and engaging illustrations designed to spark imagination and confidence.

Whether used at home, in schools, or during career day programs, Hands-On Heroes opens the door to future possibilities and celebrates every child's potential to be a builder, maker, and doer.

Inspire the next generation of skilled workers one story at a time.