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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...
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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...
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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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  • Poke-A-Dot: Emergency Vehicles by Melissa & Doug
    Poke-A-Dot: Emergency Vehicles
    Poke irresistible buttons to hear satisfying clicks and pops as kids read and count along with sturdy board books. Patented!Author: Melissa & DougPublisher: Melissa & DougPublished: 08/20/2020Pages: 10Binding Type: Board BookWeight: 0.70lbsSize: 5.90h x 6.00w x 0.80dISBN: 9781950013845This title is not returnable
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  • Peppa's Cruise Vacation (Peppa Pig Storybook) by Eone
    Peppa's Cruise Vacation (Peppa Pig Storybook)
    Peppa and George are going on a cruise vacation in this adorable storybook!Anchors away! Join Peppa and her family on a cruise ship adventure with lots of fantastic stops along the way. What will Peppa and George discover on their trip?This storybook with pull-out...
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  • Paved Paradise: How Parking Explains the World by Grabar, Henry
    Paved Paradise: How Parking Explains the World
    Shortlisted for the Zócalo Book Prize Named one of the best books of the year by The New Yorker and The New Republic "Consistently entertaining and often downright funny." --The New Yorker "Wry and revelatory." --The New York Times"A romp, packed with tales of...
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  • On Track: The Remarkable Story of How Trains Have Changed Our World by Adams, Tom
    On Track: The Remarkable Story of How Trains Have Changed Our World
    All aboard for a journey through time and across continents! Jam-packed with fascinating facts and bright illustrations, this is the captivating story of how trains have transformed our world. This book showcases the railway's incredible engineering breakthroughs - from the earliest trains used in...
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  • Noisy Trucks: Includes 6 Sounds and an On/Off Switch on the Back Cover! by Tiger Tales
    Noisy Trucks: Includes 6 Sounds and an On/Off Switch on the Back Cover!
    Young readers will love to feel the different textures and hear the truck sounds in this interactive, sturdy board book designed for children ages 3 and up. Includes an on/off switch on the back cover to extend battery life. Touch, feel, and hear the...
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  • My First Big Book of Trucks by Little Bee Books
    My First Big Book of Trucks
    Trucks come in all shapes and sizes in this jumbo coloring book featuring nearly 200 pages of large images with bold, chunky outlines for little ones to enjoy for hours! Collect them all-more in the My First Big Book of Coloring series now! Children...
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  • Make Tracks: Emergency by Dyrander, Johnny
    Make Tracks: Emergency
    Discover things that go in this chunky new Make Tracks board book, and trace each vehicle's path to a different emergency. In this interactive series with easy-to-use, durable sliders, your toddler can operate a fire engine, a police car, an ambulance, and a rescue...
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  • Make Tracks: Cars by Dyrander, Johnny
    Make Tracks: Cars
    Discover things that go in this chunky new Make Tracks board book, and trace each vehicle's path along a different roadway. In this interactive series with easy-to-use, durable sliders, your toddler can operate a sports car, a racecar, a four-wheel drive, and a taxi!...
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  • Make Tracks: Building Site by Dyrander, Johnny
    Make Tracks: Building Site
    Discover things that go in this chunky new Make Tracks board book, and trace each vehicle's path through a new building site. In this interactive series with easy-to-use, durable sliders, your toddler can operate a concrete mixer, a dump truck, an excavator, a bulldozer,...
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  • Look Out for Mater! (Disney/Pixar Cars) by Random House Disney
    Look Out for Mater! (Disney/Pixar Cars)
    Mater loves to have fun. But he's not always as careful as he should be. Luckily, he has his best buddy, Lightning McQueen, to look out for him! This full-color Little Golden Book features all the characters from the blockbuster movie Cars in an...
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  • Little Blue Truck Leads the Way Padded Board Book by Schertle, Alice
    Little Blue Truck Leads the Way Padded Board Book
    The #1 New York Times bestselling Little Blue Truck finds his way out of a jam on a trip to the city.The big city sure is a speedy, noisy place for a country truck like Blue. Everywhere Blue looks, he sees buses, police cars,...
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  • Journey Under the Sea by Montgomery, R. a.
    Journey Under the Sea
    Search for the lost city of Atlantis in this interactive book where YOU decide what happens next! Packed with 42 possible endings! Choose Your Own Adventure books-the 4th bestselling children's series of all time-are back and as much fun as you remember. Kids and...
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  • I'm Your School Bus by Eliot, Hannah
    I'm Your School Bus
    Meet your friendly school bus in this bus-shaped board book that's perfect for little ones going to school for the first time! I'm your school bus! I'll drive you to school where you'll learn and play. Isn't that cool? Come along as your friendly...
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  • I'm Dirty! by McMullan, Kate
    I'm Dirty!
    Now a streaming animated series!This construction vehicle with an attitude loves every second of his dirty job!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...
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  • If I Drove an Ice Cream Truck--By the Cat in the Hat by Random House
    If I Drove an Ice Cream Truck--By the Cat in the Hat
    The Cat in the Hat imagines driving an ice cream truck with Thing One and Thing Two as his helpers in this hilarious new Beginner Book--and follow-up to If I Were Saint Nick by the Cat in the Hat--that's perfect for summer reading! No...
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  • History Smashers: The Titanic by Messner, Kate
    History Smashers: The Titanic
    Myths! Lies! Secrets! Uncover the hidden truth behind the sinking of the Titanic with beloved educator/author Kate Messner. The fun mix of sidebars, illustrations, photos, and graphic panels make this perfect for fans of I Survived! and Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales. On April 15,...
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  • First Sticker Book Trains by Taplin, Sam
    First Sticker Book Trains
    All aboard! This interactive sticker book includes over 150 stickers to bring the railway scenes to life. Children will love completing the pictures, including "At the station", "Steam trains" and "Rolling highways", with the stickers provided. A brilliant book for young train fans, and...
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  • First Magic Painting Trucks and Diggers by Wheatley, Abigail
    First Magic Painting Trucks and Diggers
    Filled with simple, black-and white images including a dump truck, fire truck, car transporter, concrete mixer and many more. Just use the brush provided to sweep water over the designs and vibrant colors magically appear! Great for keeping little ones busy and helping them...
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  • Excavator's 123: Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site by Long, Ethan
    Excavator's 123: Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site
    The millions of fans of Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site can count along from 1 to 10 as Excavator revs into action on the construction site in Excavator's 1 2 3. It's all in a day's work for the trucks of the bestselling Goodnight, Goodnight,...
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  • Diggers Love to Go to School! by Sayres, Brianna Caplan
    Diggers Love to Go to School!
    Let your little one know that little trucks are just as excited to go to school as they are! This sturdy and delightful Diggers board book takes young readers on a fun filled journey through the first day of school, making it perfect for...
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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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