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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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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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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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  • My Monster Truck Goes Everywhere with Me: Illustrated in American Sign Language by Marcath, Kathleen
    My Monster Truck Goes Everywhere with Me: Illustrated in American Sign Language
    Vroom-vroom! This big-wheeled treasure brings him joy... until it goes missing.This little boy loves monster trucks and playing at Grandma's house! But after an exhausting day with his big, purple, and loud favorite toy, he's devastated to discover the shiny truck is gone!Is it...
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  • My First Animal Sticker Book by Wonder House Books
    My First Animal Sticker Book
    Sticker, Learn, and Create with Animals & Birds! My First Sticker Book: Animals & Birds is the perfect introduction to the wonderful world of wildlife for your budding artist. With over 100 colorful illustrated stickers, this engaging book helps young learners explore basic concepts...
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  • My Bus by Barton, Byron
    My Bus
    Climb on board the 123 bus!One bus plus one bus driver plus ten bus riders and lots of bus stops equals a busy day of driving, riding, flying, and sailing for everyone--especially you!Author: Byron BartonPublisher: Greenwillow BooksPublished: 08/11/2015Pages: 38Binding Type: Board BookWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 5.50h...
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  • Muscle & Chrome: Classic American Cars by Publications International Ltd
    Muscle & Chrome: Classic American Cars
    Muscle & Chrome: Classic American Cars captures all the wonder and excitement of a truly beloved era in automotive history. Informative profiles of 70 vehicles serve to chronicle the burst of design and engineering innovations that followed the end of World War II, the...
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  • Lonely Planet Kids Lost at Sea! Shipwrecks by Hubbard, Ben
    Lonely Planet Kids Lost at Sea! Shipwrecks
    Discover 12 gripping retellings of fascinating shipwrecks in this mind-blowing kids book packed with heroic escapes, daring rescues and oceanic adventure. Bursting with amazing illustrations, historic photography and interactive surprises: this is a must-buy book for curious minds fascinated by dramatic real-life events and...
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  • Little Truck: (Transportation Books for Toddlers, Board Book for Toddlers) by Gomi, Taro
    Little Truck: (Transportation Books for Toddlers, Board Book for Toddlers)
    Little Truck is setting out to explore! He's going fast, climbing hills, and braving tunnels, being just the right amount of careful along the way. But no matter how far he goes, his caring parent is never far behind. This on-the-go board book by...
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  • Let's Go on a Bicycle by Albert, Rosalyn
    Let's Go on a Bicycle
    Let's go on a bicycle. And spend the day outside / We'll have a big adventure. It's a great day for a ride! Join these fabulous friends as they go on a bicycle ride. With lots to spot and see on every page, toddlers...
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  • Jeep TJ 1997-2006: How to Build & Modify by Hanssen, Michael
    Jeep TJ 1997-2006: How to Build & Modify
    The photos in this edition are black and white.Everything necessary to modify your Jeep TJ for off-road use is covered in Jeep TJ 1997-2006: How to Build & Modify.Beginning with why you should choose a TJ for modification, Jeep expert Michael Hanssen takes you...
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  • Into Unknown Skies: An Unlikely Team, a Daring Race, and the First Flight Around the World by Randall, David K.
    Into Unknown Skies: An Unlikely Team, a Daring Race, and the First Flight Around the World
    "Thrilling . . . With deep research and suspenseful storytelling, Mr. Randall reminds us that America's pre-eminence in the aviation industry was never assured and that it took a race of unlikely heroes to bring the dream of world flight to the public imagination."--Wall...
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  • How the Railways Will Fix the Future: Rediscovering the Essential Brilliance of the Iron Road by Dennis, Gareth
    How the Railways Will Fix the Future: Rediscovering the Essential Brilliance of the Iron Road
    Railway engineer and transport policy specialist Gareth Dennis shows why the railways are key to the fight for a better world for us all. The world's railways were almost entirely created by capital and empire for extraction and exploitation, so what right do they...
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  • How Freight Trains Work by Redwing, Jack
    How Freight Trains Work
    What is inside a train? How does it work? Toddlers and preschoolers are curious about vehicles that go! This shaped, sturdy board book looks under the hood and inside the cab. Learn about the engine and discover what different train cars are for. Mixing...
    $10.74 AUD
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  • Honda K-Series Engine Swaps: Upgrade to More Horsepower & Advanced Technology by Bonk, Aaron
    Honda K-Series Engine Swaps: Upgrade to More Horsepower & Advanced Technology
    The photos in this edition are black and white. The Honda K-Series engine was introduced in 2001, replacing the B-Series as the engine of choice for Honda enthusiasts. These new K-Series engines are the most powerful stock Honda/Acura engines you can get. They featured...
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  • Good Night Trains by Gamble, Adam
    Good Night Trains
    Good Night Trains highlights steam locomotives, freight trains, box cars, cog railroads, mine trains, subways, monorails, sleeper trains, high-speed trains, holiday trains, snow-plow trains, Christmas trains, and more. All aboard! Come ride the rails and explore the fascinating world of trains while your child...
    $15.29 AUD
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  • Go, Go, Pirate Boat by Charman, Katrina
    Go, Go, Pirate Boat
    An Amazon Best Book of the Year!Little pirates will have endless fun with this vibrant board book that's set to the tune of Row, Row, Row Your Boat! Go, go, pirate boat, Across the salty sea, Raise the anchor, hoist the sail, It's a...
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  • Ford Small-Block Engine Parts Interchange by Reid, George
    Ford Small-Block Engine Parts Interchange
    The photos in this edition are black and white. If there is one thing Ford enthusiasts have learned over the years, it's that deciphering which Ford parts work with which Ford engines is a far more difficult task than with many other engine families....
    $58.94 AUD
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  • Fire Trucks by Greve, Meg
    Fire Trucks
    Author: Meg GrevePublisher: Creative EducationPublished: 07/15/2024Pages: 16Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 8.25h x 8.25w x 0.25dISBN: 9798889891727Audience: Ages 4-8Review Citation(s): Booklist 10/15/2024 pg. 42School Library Journal 11/01/2024 pg. 16
    $72.38 AUD
    $72.38 AUD
  • Fire Truck! by Ulz, Ivan
    Fire Truck!
    "Fire Truck! Fire Truck! I want to ride on a Fire Truck!" So begins Ivan Ulz's "Fire Truck!" song, hailed as a "preschool anthem" by The New York Times. Follow along with bold and colorful illustrations while the firefighters leap from their beds, slide...
    $38.93 AUD
    $38.93 AUD
  • Elevated Adventures: Riding into Chicago One Stop at a Time by Drury, John Jack Wesley
    Elevated Adventures: Riding into Chicago One Stop at a Time
    ELevated Adventures takes you on a ride into the city, zooming around on Chicago's transit system with Jack. Read the adventure as seen through Jack's eyes as the book takes you stop-by-stop down the city's busy Green Line. Jack then transfers to the Orange...
    $49.15 AUD
    $49.15 AUD
  • Elbow Grease: Fast Friends by Cena, John
    Elbow Grease: Fast Friends
    There's a new truck on the block in John Cena's third picture book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Elbow Grease series, featuring the truck who never gives up! Elbow Grease and his monster truck brothers are hardly prepared when they meet Chopper,...
    $29.18 AUD
    $29.18 AUD
  • Early Aviation in Porter County, Indiana by Urschel, Cinda
    Early Aviation in Porter County, Indiana
    Explore what was happening in Porter County, Indiana, as the area welcomed the advent of aviation. Cinda Urschel, the granddaughter of aviation enthusiast William E. Urschel, interviewed many Porter County aviation pioneers and their families to gather the stories of the men and women...
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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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