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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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  • Digger, Dozer, Dumper by Vestergaard, Hope
    Digger, Dozer, Dumper
    "Rising above the usual singsong name-checking, Vestergaard celebrates not only the jobs these machines perform but also their marvelous mechanics." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review) Sixteen boisterous, rhyming poems--each one highlighting the job and personality of a different vehicle, from a backhoe to an...
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  • Cruising Attitude: Tales of Crashpads, Crew Drama, and Crazy Passengers at 35,000 Feet by Poole, Heather
    Cruising Attitude: Tales of Crashpads, Crew Drama, and Crazy Passengers at 35,000 Feet
    Real-life flight attendant Heather Poole has written a charming and funny insider's account of life and work in the not-always-friendly skies. Cruising Attitude is a Coffee, Tea, or Me? for the 21st century, as the author parlays her fifteen years of flight experience into...
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  • Busy Trucks by Books, Campbell
    Busy Trucks
    Push, pull, and slide the tabs to help the Busy Trucks with their important jobs! Collect the recycling, dump the rubble and tow the broken-down car to the garage. Young children will love playing with this bright and colourful board book with gentle rhyming...
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  • BMW 3 & 5 Series 1982-92 by Haynes, J. H.
    BMW 3 & 5 Series 1982-92
    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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  • Bear Takes a Trip by Blackstone, Stella
    Bear Takes a Trip
    "[Z]ingingly colorful. . . One for the very young, with simple rhyming couplets and learn-to-read typeface, and for older children to reread, for its lesson in telling the time" -- Sunday Times Join Bear and his friend on an exciting mountain adventure! Along the...
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  • Bearplane! by Underwood, Deborah
    Bearplane!
    Buckle up for a little bear's first flight in this adorable, light-as-air picture book by New York Times bestselling author Deborah Underwood and critically acclaimed artist Sam Wedelich. Follow a bear cub, their grownup, and their beloved stuffie Teddy as they make their way...
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  • Backroads & Byways of Upstate New York: Drives, Day Trips, and Weekend Excursions by Smyczynski, Christine
    Backroads & Byways of Upstate New York: Drives, Day Trips, and Weekend Excursions
    When you think of New York, you may picture the iconic sights of the city, but the state has so much more to offer. Upstate New York is home to lakes, mountains, and woodlands, charming hamlets, towns, and historical sites. This guide gives explorers...
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  • Baby Shark: Ride the Fish Bus by Pinkfong
    Baby Shark: Ride the Fish Bus
    So much to Doo Doo Doo! Take the bus all around the undersea world with Baby Shark! This jaw-some fish bus-shaped board book is perfect for Nickelodeon's Baby Shark fans. Baby Shark has lots of things to doo doo doo. Time to board the...
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  • Babies Love Things That Go by Cottage Door Press
    Babies Love Things That Go
    Introduce your baby or toddler to things that go, including a fire truck, boat, train, plane, and more in this adorable lift-a-flap board book. Simple sentences reinforce future language structure while grasping and lifting the sturdy flaps helps develop fine motor skills. A perfect...
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  • Auto Repair & Maintenance for Beginners by Stribling, Dave
    Auto Repair & Maintenance for Beginners
    Your one-stop resource for basic car care and repair. Working on your vehicle can be intimidating with the complicated engines, sophisticated electrical systems and other high-tech components, but with this helpful guide by your side, you learn to fine-tune and identify common car problems...
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  • Amazing Airplanes by Mitton, Tony
    Amazing Airplanes
    Buckle up to learn all about flying! Amazing Airplanes follows Rabbit, Bird, and Mouse as they become pilots, baggage handlers, and air stewards. Each page is filled with details that machine-mad kids love, such as the cockpit, landing gear, and much more. This book,...
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  • 10 Little Excavators by Bailey, Annie
    10 Little Excavators
    Fans of cars and trucks books such as Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site can count down from ten to one as they follow busy excavators during their working day. 10 little excavators wake up with the sun. Can't wait to work--Vrooom! Now it's time for...
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  • Who Was Henry Ford? by Burgan, Michael
    Who Was Henry Ford?
    Born on a small farm in rural Michigan, Henry Ford's humble beginnings were no match for his ambition. Ford quickly created a manufacturing dynasty, bringing affordable cars to the masses and forever changing America and the American workplace. Who Was Henry Ford? details his...
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  • Water: Discovering the Precious Resource All Around Us by Fadeeva, Olga
    Water: Discovering the Precious Resource All Around Us
    "This browsable, superbly designed book is absorbing." -- Booklist (STARRED REVIEW) "Wonderful . . . engaging detail . . . a beautiful addition to nonfiction collections looking for books on the subject, and those seeking more translated works." -- School Library Journal (STARRED REVIEW)...
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  • Vehicles ABC by Ho, Jannie
    Vehicles ABC
    This alphabet book for babies and toddlers features lots of familiar vehicles, providing hours of first-word fun. Learn the ABCs with bright pictures and a wide variety of things that go! This alphabet book for babies and toddlers features lots of familiar vehicles, providing...
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  • Ty's Travels: All Aboard! by Lyons, Kelly Starling
    Ty's Travels: All Aboard!
    A Geisel Honor-winning series! "Both an excellent book for guided reading and a winning read-aloud." --Kirkus (starred review)Join Ty on his imaginative adventures in Ty's Travels: All Aboard!, a My First I Can Read series by acclaimed author and illustrator team Kelly Starling Lyons...
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  • Trashy Town by Zimmerman, Andrea
    Trashy Town
    Meet Mr. Gilly. He cleans up Trashy Town. There's trash at the pizza parlor, trash at the school, and trash at every house. It's a big job, but Mr. Gilly does it with a big truck, a big smile, and loads of style.Trashy Town...
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  • Titanic Coloring Book for Kids: 30 Coloring Activities to Learn about the Titanic by Rockridge Press
    Titanic Coloring Book for Kids: 30 Coloring Activities to Learn about the Titanic
    Explore the history of the Titanic--a coloring book for kids ages 8 to 12 Kids will set sail and color as they learn about one of the most famous ships in history! The Titanic was a marvel of technology and engineering for its time--before...
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  • Ticket to Ride(tm) an Unexpected Journey: Volume 1 by Kress, Adrienne
    Ticket to Ride(tm) an Unexpected Journey: Volume 1
    All aboard the journey of a lifetime! Ticket to Ride is an immensely popular board game where players test their skills in teamwork, strategy, and luck. This new, 100% official, and high stakesTicket to Ride book will whisk readers all throughout the North America,...
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  • The Wheels on the Bus: (A Classic Nursery Rhyme Board Book with Interactive Sliders and Qr Code for Instrumental and Vocal Versions - For Babies and T by Huang, Yu-Hsuan
    The Wheels on the Bus: (A Classic Nursery Rhyme Board Book with Interactive Sliders and Qr Code for Instrumental and Vocal Versions - For Babies and T
    Ride along with this interactive board book edition of the classic song that includes five slider mechanisms. A QR code inside links to both instrumental and vocal versions of the song. Simply scan the code to listen and sing along--Beep! Beep! Beep!Author: Yu-Hsuan HuangPublisher:...
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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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