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Funny Story by Henry, Emily
Funny Story
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ∙ A shimmering, joyful novel about a pair of opposites with the wrong thing in common, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Emily Henry. A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK OF 2024 Named a Must-Read Book of 2024...
$31.00 USD
$31.00 USD
The Women by Hannah, Kristin
The Women
A #1 bestseller on The New York Times, USA Today, Washington Post, and Los Angeles Times! From the celebrated author of The Nightingale and The Four Winds comes Kristin Hannah's The Women--at once an intimate portrait of coming of age in a dangerous time...
$30.00 USD
$30.00 USD

Transportation

Explore the best books on transportation, featuring engaging reads on buses, trains, and cars for all ages, including top picks for preschoolers and captivating picture books. Find your next favorite transportation book at our online bookstore, showcasing bestsellers and highly recommended reads.

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  • Noisy School Bus: I Can Learn My First Sounds by Crisp, Lauren
    Noisy School Bus: I Can Learn My First Sounds
    Children will love to press the soft, silicone buttons on the school bus to hear entertaining sounds, from the engine chugging to excited children cheering in this touch-and-feel board book from the I Can Learn! series. Includes an on/off switch on the back cover...
    $14.99 USD
    $14.99 USD
  • My First Learn-To-Draw: Things That Go: (25 Wipe Clean Activities + Dry Erase Marker) by Madin, Anna
    My First Learn-To-Draw: Things That Go: (25 Wipe Clean Activities + Dry Erase Marker)
    With wipe clean pages, reusable dry erase exercises, and adorable cars, trucks, and other things that go, My First Learn-to-Draw activity workbooks are the perfect back to school gift for ages 3-6!Includes: 25 wipe-clean activities in a reusable and durable wipe-clean format: each page...
    $12.99 USD
    $12.99 USD
  • My First 100 Things That Move: Padded Cover Book by Wonder House Books
    My First 100 Things That Move: Padded Cover Book
    Explore the World of Transport! This beautifully crafted padded board book features 100 attractive and well-researched photos, making it perfect for toddlers and babies. With a soft padded cover, it introduces simple transport-related words that help build your child's vocabulary and observational skills while...
    $5.99 USD
    $5.99 USD
  • My Busy Construction Coloring Book by Tiger Tales
    My Busy Construction Coloring Book
    Children will have hours of coloring fun with this busy book of construction vehicles. Features a spectacular foil cover! This busy coloring book is perfect for young fans of construction vehicles and machines. Little ones will find all kinds of exciting construction scenes, from...
    $8.99 USD
    $8.99 USD
  • Mighty Truck on the Farm by Barton, Chris
    Mighty Truck on the Farm
    Clarence was just a muddy pickup. One day there was a big storm, and lightning zapped the car wash. Now Clarence has a secret: Water turns him into MIGHTY TRUCK!But even Mighty Truck needs to relax after working wheely hard to save the day...
    $5.99 USD
    $5.99 USD
  • Megatron Is Put to the Test: Ready-To-Read Level 2 by Cruz, Gloria
    Megatron Is Put to the Test: Ready-To-Read Level 2
    Transformers: EarthSpark is a kids animated series from Nickelodeon and Hasbro introducing the first Transformers bots to be born on Earth, streaming on Paramount+! Megatron's loyalties are put to the test in this thrilling Level 2 Ready-to-Read. When Dr. Meridian captures Megatron and Dot...
    $4.99 USD
    $4.99 USD
  • Los Angeles: A Book of Time by Evanson, Ashley
    Los Angeles: A Book of Time
    Hello, Los Angeles! This board book series pairs early learning concepts with colorful, stylish illustrations of the iconic art, architecture, food, and culture of cities around the world. Both children and adults continue to love these hip and charming books! In Los Angeles you...
    $7.99 USD
    $7.99 USD
  • Lonely Planet Epic Van Trips of Europe: Explore Europe's Most Beautiful Routes to Travel by Campervan by Planet, Lonely
    Lonely Planet Epic Van Trips of Europe: Explore Europe's Most Beautiful Routes to Travel by Campervan
    The ultimate book of van travel inspiration featuring 200 out-of-this-world van-worthy adventures around Europe.Discover an epic collection of van trips across Europe's roads lasting five days to two weeks and longer. Featuring 50 first-person stories and a further 150 awesome ideas for trips that...
    $40.00 USD
    $40.00 USD
  • Let's Motor! by Testa, Maggie
    Let's Motor!
    Cruise through Motorvania with this board book shaped like team leader, Bolts, from DreamWorks Animation's Mighty Monsterwheelies animated show airing on Netflix! It is too hot in Motorvania, and the citizens are overheating. Luckily, the Mighty Monsterwheelies are ready to save the day! Can...
    $8.99 USD
    $8.99 USD
  • Let's Go on a Fire Truck by Taplin, Sam
    Let's Go on a Fire Truck
    Discover all the excitement of going on a fire truck as you press the buttons to hear the lively sounds in this delightfully illustrated book. From the alarm ringing at the fire station to the fire truck revving its engine and the siren blaring,...
    $12.99 USD
    $12.99 USD
  • I Stink! Board Book by McMullan, Kate
    I Stink! Board Book
    For fans of Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site and Steam Train, Dream Train comes a noisy addition to the hilarious read-aloud series from Kate and Jim McMullan, the popular creators of I'm Bad! and I'm Dirty! Now a streaming animated series!"Know what I do at...
    $10.99 USD
    $10.99 USD
  • I Ship: A Container Ship's Colossal Journey by Schmitt, Kelly Rice
    I Ship: A Container Ship's Colossal Journey
    Made of steel, / colossal, / strong, / I ship around the world. Come aboard a massive container ship as it pulls into port, loads up with cargo, and heads out to the open ocean. The ship's voyage includes starry skies and stormy seas,...
    $19.99 USD
    $19.99 USD
  • Hush, Little Dozer by Colby, Rebecca
    Hush, Little Dozer
    Say goodnight to each construction vehicle as it completes its last task of the day--especially to little dozer--in this sweet board book that puts a new spin on "Hush, Little Baby." Push, little dozer, clear the ground, level out the rocky mound. When you've...
    $7.99 USD
    $7.99 USD
  • How to Use and Upgrade to GM Gen III LS-Series Powertrain Control Systems by Noonan, Mike
    How to Use and Upgrade to GM Gen III LS-Series Powertrain Control Systems
    The photos in this edition are black and white. Without a doubt, GM's LS Series engines are the hottest thing going right now. Thousands of enthusiasts are either modifying their cars factory equipped with these engines, supported by a robust aftermarket, or converting their...
    $38.35 USD
    $38.35 USD
  • How to Port & Flow Test Cylinder Heads by Vizard, David
    How to Port & Flow Test Cylinder Heads
    Porting heads is an art and science. It takes a craftsman's touch to shape the surfaces of the head for the optimal flow characteristics and the best performance. Porting demands the right tools, skills, and application of knowledge. Few other engine builders have the...
    $34.95 USD
    $34.95 USD
  • How to Build Big-Inch Mopar Small Blocks by Szilagy, Jim
    How to Build Big-Inch Mopar Small Blocks
    The photos in this edition are black and white.At one time, if you wanted big horsepower in your Mopar muscle car or truck, your choices were limited to a big-block swap or a coveted Hemi. At the very least, you needed different engine mounts,...
    $38.35 USD
    $38.35 USD
  • Hot Rod Wiring: A Detailed How-To Guide by Overholser, Dennis
    Hot Rod Wiring: A Detailed How-To Guide
    The one job that even the most knowledgeable DIY guys farm out is the wiring. No more. Today you can pick the best components, the appropriate harness kit, and install everything yourself - with help from this book from Wolfgang Publications. Whether yours is...
    $36.22 USD
    $36.22 USD
  • History of Trucks Coloring Book by LaFontaine, Bruce
    History of Trucks Coloring Book
    It's hard to imagine the history of transportation without trucks -- pickups, tankers, tractor-trailers, logging trucks, tow trucks, flat-beds, delivery vans -- trucks of all shapes and sizes, carrying the cargo, hauling the freight, transporting every imaginable kind of goods all over the world.Now...
    $5.99 USD
    $5.99 USD
  • His Majesty's Airship: The Life and Tragic Death of the World's Largest Flying Machine by Gwynne, S. C.
    His Majesty's Airship: The Life and Tragic Death of the World's Largest Flying Machine
    From historian and bestselling author of the Pulitzer Prize finalist Empire of the Summer Moon comes a "captivating, thoroughly researched" (The New York Times Book Review) tale of the rise and fall of the world's largest airship--and the doomed love story between an ambitious...
    $18.99 USD
    $18.99 USD
  • Green Tractor by Hamilton, Kersten
    Green Tractor
    From the creators of Red Truck, Yellow Copter, and Blue Boat comes a delightful new story about a helpful tractor getting ready for Harvest Day just in time for fall! It's Harvest Day at the farm, but before the kids arrive Green Tractor has...
    $8.99 USD
    $8.99 USD

Best Transportation Books on Bus, Train, and Car Travel

Transportation books are a fascinating genre that cater to a wide range of readers, from curious preschoolers to dedicated enthusiasts of buses, trains, and cars. These books not only entertain but also educate readers about various modes of transportation and their histories. This article highlights some of the best books on transportation, including picture books about transportation.

For young children, "The Little Engine That Could" by Watty Piper is a classic picture book about a brave little train. Its story of determination and positivity is paired with colorful illustrations, making it a perennial favorite among preschoolers.

"Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site" by Sherri Duskey Rinker and Tom Lichtenheld is another popular choice. This picture book takes children to a bustling construction site where different types of vehicles, including trucks and cranes, wind down for the night. Its rhythmic text and engaging illustrations captivate young readers.

For children interested in a broader view of transportation, "Things That Go" from the DK Readers series is an excellent option. This book offers a comprehensive look at various vehicles, from buses and trains to cars and airplanes, with vivid photographs and easy-to-understand text.

Older readers and adults might enjoy "The Box: How the Shipping Container Made the World Smaller and the World Economy Bigger" by Marc Levinson. This book delves into the history of the shipping container and its transformative impact on global trade and transportation.

"Car: The Definitive Visual History of the Automobile" by DK is a must-read for car enthusiasts. This book provides a detailed and visually stunning history of cars, from their inception to modern designs.

For train aficionados, "The Great Railway Bazaar" by Paul Theroux offers a captivating travelogue of the author’s journey by train through Europe, the Middle East, India, and Southeast Asia. Theroux's vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes bring the world of rail travel to life.

FAQ's

Q. What are some must-read transportation books for preschoolers?

A. Some must-read transportation books for preschoolers include "The Little Engine That Could" by Watty Piper and "Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site" by Sherri Duskey Rinker and Tom Lichtenheld. These picture books are engaging and educational, making them perfect for young children.

Q. Are there transportation books that cover multiple types of vehicles?

A. Yes, "Things That Go" from the DK Readers series is an excellent book that covers a wide range of vehicles, including buses, trains, cars, and airplanes. It provides vivid photographs and simple text that are easy for children to understand.

Q. Where can I find a list of the best transportation books?

A. You can find lists of the best transportation books on websites like Goodreads, Amazon, and various online bookstores. These sites offer curated lists, reader reviews, and ratings to help you choose the best books for your interests.

Q. What are some recommended transportation books for adults?

A. For adults, some recommended transportation books include "The Box: How the Shipping Container Made the World Smaller and the World Economy Bigger" by Marc Levinson, "Car: The Definitive Visual History of the Automobile" by DK, and "The Great Railway Bazaar" by Paul Theroux. These books provide in-depth insights into different aspects of transportation.

Q. Can I find transportation books in digital formats?

A. Yes, many transportation books are available in digital formats. You can find e-books and audiobooks on platforms like Amazon Kindle, Audible, and Google Books. Digital formats offer the convenience of accessing books on your electronic devices anytime, anywhere.

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