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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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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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  • Where Do Diggers Celebrate Christmas? by Sayres, Brianna Caplan
    Where Do Diggers Celebrate Christmas?
    If you love Where Do Diggers Sleep at Night? and its things-that-go sequels, now you can join your favorite trucks as they celebrate Christmas! What do diggers and tractors and forklifts and tankers do to get ready for the holidays? The same things that...
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  • Where Are You Going, Baby Lincoln?: Tales from Mercy Watson's Deckawoo Drive, Volume Three by DiCamillo, Kate
    Where Are You Going, Baby Lincoln?: Tales from Mercy Watson's Deckawoo Drive, Volume Three
    "This Deckawoo Drive adventure is sure to inspire anyone taking his or her own tentative steps toward independence." -- Booklist (starred review) Baby Lincoln's older sister, Eugenia, is very fond of telling Baby what to do, and Baby usually responds by saying "Yes, Sister."...
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  • Trucks Go: (Board Books about Trucks, Go Trucks Books for Kids) by Light, Steve
    Trucks Go: (Board Books about Trucks, Go Trucks Books for Kids)
    The garbage truck goes, "BRRRRRRRR SCREETCH BEEP-BEEP-BEEP CRUNCH CRUNCH CRUNCH" The fire engine goes, "WHEE-OOO WHEE-OOO WHEE-OOO" The cement truck goes, "VERRRRP JIGGA JIGGA VRRRRUMMMMM" Seven popular vehicles grumble, roar, and crunch their way through this very simple, graphically appealing board book. Perfect for...
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  • Truckin' by Hundal, Nancy
    Truckin'
    A unique, child's-eye view of life on the road On a long-haul trucking trip with her mom, a girl watches the world go by from the high window of the truck's cab. As the 18-wheeler eats up the road, the girl plays Punch Buggy,...
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  • Tractor by DK
    Tractor
    Look at all the amazing machines you'll find on a farm. Take a close look at a tractor and its various attachments and learn how a crop is planted and cared for. Looking at a variety of machines with a wide range of uses,...
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  • Titanic Legacy: The Captain, the Daughter and the Spy by Parkes, Dan E.
    Titanic Legacy: The Captain, the Daughter and the Spy
    On 3 July 1930, a maid discovered the dead body of her employer on the floor of the sitting room in an upmarket apartment in Temple, London. The victim was 37-year-old Sidney Russell Cooke, mysteriously shot through the stomach by a hunting rifle. He...
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  • The Women with Silver Wings: The Inspiring True Story of the Women Airforce Service Pilots of World War II by Landdeck, Katherine Sharp
    The Women with Silver Wings: The Inspiring True Story of the Women Airforce Service Pilots of World War II
    "With the fate of the free world hanging in the balance, women pilots went aloft to serve their nation. . . . A soaring tale in which, at long last, these daring World War II pilots gain the credit they deserve."--Liza Mundy, New York...
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  • There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Truck by Colandro, Lucille
    There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Truck
    A hysterical installment of the beloved Old Lady series!There was an old lady who swallowed a truck. I don't know why she swallowed a truck but it didn't get stuck. You won't believe why the Old Lady swallowed a truck, a tire, a chain,...
    $10.73 AUD
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  • The Old Truck by Pumphrey, Jerome
    The Old Truck
    When is an old truck something more? On a small, bustling farm, a resilient and steadfast pickup works tirelessly alongside the family that lives there, and becomes a part of the dreams and ambitions of the family's young daughter.After long days and years of...
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  • The Merry Wheels on the Bus (a Holiday Wheels on the Bus Book) by Mills, J. Elizabeth
    The Merry Wheels on the Bus (a Holiday Wheels on the Bus Book)
    It's Christmas Eve! Celebrate and sing along with this bestselling, jolly follow-up to The Spooky Wheels on the Bus -- plus, a sheet of festive stickers!One merry bus goes HO-HO-HO, HO-HO-HO, HO-HO-HO.One merry bus goes HO-HO-HO, All through the snow.Count from One Merry Bus...
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  • The Little Engine That Could: Loren Long Edition by Piper, Watty
    The Little Engine That Could: Loren Long Edition
    THE LITTLE ENGINE IS NOW AVAILABLE AS AN ABRIDGED EDITION FOR LITTLE HANDS--THE ALL-TIME CLASSIC, RE-ILLUSTRATED BY THE CREATOR OF OTIS! Everyone loves The Little Engine That Could, that classic tale of the determined little engine that, despite its size, triumphantly pulls a train...
    $15.33 AUD
    $15.33 AUD
  • Spot's Train by Hill, Eric
    Spot's Train
    All aboard! Little travelers will love this shaped board book as they take the train with everyone's favorite puppy! Spot and Grandma have been on a day trip, and now it's time to take the train home. What will they see on the journey?...
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    $15.33 AUD
  • Spot's Fire Engine by Hill, Eric
    Spot's Fire Engine
    Spot is visiting his Grandpa at the fire station in this delightful fire-engine-shaped board book! Spot is visiting his Grandpa at the fire station, and he's very excited! Join Spot on his adventure by reading the story, and then play with the fire-engine shaped...
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  • Smithsonian Kids Trains: First Discovery Books by Cottage Door Press
    Smithsonian Kids Trains: First Discovery Books
    All aboard for an exciting learning adventure! With Smithsonian Kids First Discovery: Trains, curious little readers will explore the fascinating world of trains and railways. Touch, read, and discover facts about trains designed for curious little readers. Featuring embossed textures, vibrant real-life photography, and...
    $13.80 AUD
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  • Sheep in a Jeep: 5-Minute Stories by Shaw, Nancy E.
    Sheep in a Jeep: 5-Minute Stories
    With a padded cover and each story no longer than five minutes, this is the perfect book for story time, bedtime, or any time you need to hoof it through a fast, fun read-aloud! All eight stories of everyone's favorite sheep burst off the...
    $19.94 AUD
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  • Richard Scarry's Cars and Trucks by Scarry, Richard
    Richard Scarry's Cars and Trucks
    Hit the road with Richard Scarry's classic Little Golden Book all about cars and trucks! Tweet! goes the policeman's whistle. All the trucks stop. This beloved Richard Scarry classic gives readers an exciting array of vehicles. From police cars and school buses to fire...
    $9.19 AUD
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  • Porsche 911 Coupe, Targa & Cabriolet 1965-89 by Haynes, J. H.
    Porsche 911 Coupe, Targa & Cabriolet 1965-89
    Each Haynes manual is written for the do-it-yourselfer and provides step-by-step instructions based on a complete disassembly of the vehicle. This hands-on experience provides the reader with specific and detailed instructions for performing everything from basic maintenance and troubleshooting to a complete engine overhaul....
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  • Poppleton Every Day: An Acorn Book (Poppleton #3): Volume 3 by Rylant, Cynthia
    Poppleton Every Day: An Acorn Book (Poppleton #3): Volume 3
    Every day is an adventure with Poppleton, the posh and persnickety pig created by Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant and acclaimed illustrator Mark Teague!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early reader line, Acorn, aimed at children who are learning to...
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  • Optimus Prime and Megatron's Racetrack Recon! by Windham, Ryder
    Optimus Prime and Megatron's Racetrack Recon!
    Transformers: EarthSpark is a kids animated series from Nickelodeon and Hasbro introducing the first Transformers bots to be born on Earth, now airing! Follow the beloved characters on a new adventure in this action-packed chapter book with an all-new, original story! A big auto...
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  • My Big Wimmelbook(r) - At the Airport: A Look-And-Find Book (Kids Tell the Story) by Walther, Max
    My Big Wimmelbook(r) - At the Airport: A Look-And-Find Book (Kids Tell the Story)
    In these one-of-a-kind picture books, every page is bursting with life--and tons to discover! Children as young as age 2 have a blast pointing out recognizable things--a blue tricycle, a hungry dog, a piggyback ride--while older kids can follow the star characters from page...
    $22.95 AUD
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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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