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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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  • Count to Sleep Airport by Gamble, Adam
    Count to Sleep Airport
    Come and count all the fascinating things at your favorite airport! This beautifully illustrated board book features planes, pilots, flight attendants, ground crew, air traffic controllers, baggage handling, yummy foods, souvenirs, and more. Bon voyage! This book is part of the bestselling Good Night...
    $15.29 AUD
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  • Chugga Chugga Choo Choo by Garcia, Emma
    Chugga Chugga Choo Choo
    "Chugga chugga choo choo. Here comes the train." And it's rolling down the tracks in this vibrant board book! Follow it along and count the birds that join the trip. All aboard, and all join in as the cheerful little train chugs past the...
    $13.82 AUD
    $13.82 AUD
  • Bridges by Garguláková, Magda
    Bridges
    Explore the amazing world of bridges--from ancient stone arches to modern marvels--and discover how they connect us all! Imagine a world without bridges: Where every journey takes longer, rivers become obstacles, and valleys are nearly impossible to cross. Bridges don't just make travel easier--they...
    $30.72 AUD
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  • Bizzy Bear: Fire Rescue!: (Interactive Board Book about Firetrucks and Firefighters for Toddlers - With Sturdy Tabs and Slides to Push and Pull) by Davies, Benji
    Bizzy Bear: Fire Rescue!: (Interactive Board Book about Firetrucks and Firefighters for Toddlers - With Sturdy Tabs and Slides to Push and Pull)
    With chunky sliders to push and pull, this robust little board book is perfect for active toddlers. Rich in visual detail and with touches of humor, it is sure to become a classic in the family library. Bizzy Bear is lending a hand at...
    $13.82 AUD
    $13.82 AUD
  • Barefoot Baby-Proof: Bear on a Bike by Blackstone, Stella
    Barefoot Baby-Proof: Bear on a Bike
    Now in our chewable, bendable, and washable Barefoot Baby-Proof Format! Bear is going on an adventure, but wait! Where are you going, Bear? Please wait for me! Tag along on a raft, a steam train, and even a rocket as he travels across land,...
    $12.28 AUD
    $12.28 AUD
  • ¡Vámonos! Let's Go! by Colato Laínez, René
    ¡Vámonos! Let's Go!
    From their window on the bus, a girl and a boy see a fire truck that goes woo-ooo-ooo, also known as a camión de bomberos--uuuah uuuah uuuah. They see a train, an ambulance and an airplane too! With this rollicking adaptation of "The Wheels...
    $12.28 AUD
    $12.28 AUD
  • ASE Test Preparation - P2 Parts Specialist by Delmar Cengage Learning
    ASE Test Preparation - P2 Parts Specialist
    The fifth edition of Delmar's Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Test Preparation Manual for the P2 PARTS SPECIALIST certification exam contains an abundance of content designed to help you successfully pass your ASE exam. This manual will ensure that you not only understand the task...
    $80.17 AUD
    $80.17 AUD
  • American Wings: Chicago's Pioneering Black Aviators and the Race for Equality in the Sky by Smith, Sherri L.
    American Wings: Chicago's Pioneering Black Aviators and the Race for Equality in the Sky
    From the acclaimed author of Flygirl and the bestselling author of Code Name Verity comes the thrilling and inspiring true story of the desegregation of the skies. "This beautiful and brilliant history of not only what it means to be Black and dream of...
    $30.72 AUD
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  • Aircraft: The Definitive Visual History by DK
    Aircraft: The Definitive Visual History
    Take an action-packed flight through the history of aircraft and discover the intrepid pioneers who made a dream realityUncover the engineering behind more than 800 aircraft models, from military jets to commercial planes. This visual history book captures the fascinating story of airplanes and...
    $61.47 AUD
    $61.47 AUD
  • 100 Jet Planes to Fold and Fly by MacLaine, James
    100 Jet Planes to Fold and Fly
    Fold and fly 100 fully coloured paper jet planes - each one its own unique design. This book contains 100 tear-out sheets with guidelines to help you fold, clear, step-by-step instructions for making each type of plane and lots of flying tips. - Printed...
    $13.82 AUD
    $13.82 AUD
  • Welcome to the Penguin Cruise: A Seek-And-Find Adventure by Nohana, Haluka
    Welcome to the Penguin Cruise: A Seek-And-Find Adventure
    Set sail into this seek-and-find picture book where all kinds of adventures await for 20+ playful penguins! The Oceano Penguino is a five-story cruise ship with twenty-four rooms, each containing its own exciting story. Follow along as one penguin family embarks on their very...
    $27.65 AUD
    $27.65 AUD
  • Trucks!: (And Other Things with Wheels) by Davies, Bryony
    Trucks!: (And Other Things with Wheels)
    A fun book for younger children who love anything related to cars and wheels! Each double-page spread features a different group of fascinating vehicles to pore over, such as trains, race cars, emergency vehicles, and even some at a junk yard. Filled with hundreds...
    $15.29 AUD
    $15.29 AUD
  • Transit Tourism: The Iconic Art and Design of 22 Subway Systems Around the World by Seltzer, David
    Transit Tourism: The Iconic Art and Design of 22 Subway Systems Around the World
    In Transit Tourism: The Iconic Art and Design of 22 Subway Systems around the World, readers embark on a visual journey through the world's bustling subway systems, where each station tells a story of its city's soul. From the ornate elegance of Moscow's stations...
    $53.77 AUD
    $53.77 AUD
  • This Is the Way We Go to School: A Book about Children Around the World by Baer, Edith
    This Is the Way We Go to School: A Book about Children Around the World
    Enthusiastic children around the world are on their way to school. But how do they get there? The answers are as varied as the landscapes, which range from Egypt's sandy desert to Switzerland's snowy peaks. Jaunty rhymes -- in Venice, "Bianca, Beppo, Benedetto, ride...
    $10.74 AUD
    $10.74 AUD
  • Things That Go Dot-To-Dot Fun!: Count from 1 to 101 by Roytman, Arkady
    Things That Go Dot-To-Dot Fun!: Count from 1 to 101
    With this entertaining activity book, children start at dot number 1 and work their way to 101 to complete pictures of dozens of cool vehicles. Thirty-eight dot-to-dot puzzles include a fire truck, helicopter, train, space shuttle, monster truck, and other more. Each finished drawing...
    $7.67 AUD
    $7.67 AUD
  • The Wheels on the Tuk Tuk by Sehgal, Kabir
    The Wheels on the Tuk Tuk
    From the mother-son duo behind the New York Times bestselling A Bucket of Blessings comes a zany Classic Board Book about a wild ride on a tuk tuk taxi in India! In this international twist to the beloved nursery rhyme, "The Wheels on the...
    $13.82 AUD
    $13.82 AUD
  • The Wheels on the Fire Truck by Burton, Jeffrey
    The Wheels on the Fire Truck
    From the author of the beloved Itsy Bitsy board book series comes a fire fighting adventure all about fire trucks. An action-packed yet adorable story, The Wheels on the Fire Truck is the first book in a new series that is perfect for parents...
    $10.74 AUD
    $10.74 AUD
  • The Timekeepers: First Flight by King, SJ
    The Timekeepers: First Flight
    Tag along with the Timekeepers in these history-themed adventure stories to discover amazing people and events that shaped our world.Tag along with the Timekeepers in these history-themed adventure stories for 7 to 9 years olds that will help readers discover the amazing people and...
    $10.74 AUD
    $10.74 AUD
  • The Super Highway in Upstate South Carolina by Withrow, Scott
    The Super Highway in Upstate South Carolina
    A Highway Runs Through ItWhen U.S. Highway 29 between Greenville and Spartanburg was completed in 1946, it became the first modern super highway in the Upstate region. Known by many as the Super Highway, it was lauded as the "finest type in the country."...
    $38.40 AUD
    $38.40 AUD
  • The Pop-Up Guide: Vehicles by Poulain, Maud
    The Pop-Up Guide: Vehicles
    Which vehicles work on construction sites? What types of vessels travel across oceans? Which ones take us up in the air? Children can find out the answers to these questions and more in this accessible and interactive guide. The multilayered 3-D scenes leap off...
    $26.11 AUD
    $26.11 AUD

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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