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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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  • Richard Scarry's Cars and Trucks Touch-And-Trace by Scarry, Richard
    Richard Scarry's Cars and Trucks Touch-And-Trace
    Delight little ones with this interactive Busytown storybook inspired by the beloved classic, Richard Scarry's Cars and Trucks and Things That Go. Featuring unique mazes that kids can touch-and-trace the paths with their fingers for endless fun! Richard Scarry's Cars and Trucks and Things...
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  • Dead Wake: The Last Crossing of the Lusitania by Larson, Erik
    Dead Wake: The Last Crossing of the Lusitania
    #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - From the bestselling author and master of narrative nonfiction comes the enthralling story of the sinking of the Lusitania "Both terrifying and enthralling."--Entertainment Weekly"Thrilling, dramatic and powerful."--NPR"Thoroughly engrossing."--George R.R. Martin On May 1, 1915, with WWI entering its...
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  • The Little Engine That Could: The Complete, Original Edition by Piper, Watty
    The Little Engine That Could: The Complete, Original Edition
    "I think I can, I think I can, I think I can..." Discover the inspiring story of the Little Blue Engine as she makes her way over the mountain in this beloved classic--the perfect gift to celebrate the special milestones in your life, from...
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  • Little Blue Truck Farm Sticker Fun! by Schertle, Alice
    Little Blue Truck Farm Sticker Fun!
    Count, color, match, and more with the #1 New York Times bestselling Little Blue Truck in this interactive sticker activity book! The leaves are turning and it's time for fall: red, yellow, orange and . . . Blue? Come along with Little Blue Truck...
    $12.20 AUD
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  • Dinosaurs in Trucks Because Hey, Why Not? by Boynton, Sandra
    Dinosaurs in Trucks Because Hey, Why Not?
    Find out what happens when you suddenly give some dinosaurs their very own trucks in this hilarious rhyming board book from bestselling author Sandra Boynton. You like dinosaurs. Of course you do! Dinosaurs are terrific! I like them too. You also like trucks and...
    $12.20 AUD
    $12.20 AUD
  • Free Ride: Heartbreak, Courage, and the 20,000-Mile Motorcycle Journey That Changed My Life by Schoenmaker, Noraly
    Free Ride: Heartbreak, Courage, and the 20,000-Mile Motorcycle Journey That Changed My Life
    INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER By the YouTube sensation with nearly three million followers, the inspiring account of a young woman who, in a moment of personal crisis, embarked on an epic, transcontinental motorcycle ride--and along the way found a new sense of purpose....
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  • Go, Dog. Go! by Eastman, P. D.
    Go, Dog. Go!
    NATIONAL BESTSELLER - P.D. Eastman's canine classic--perfect for fans of the Netlix Original Go, Dog. Go! animated preschool series! Written for beginning readers using only 75 different words, this beloved Beginner Book by P.D. Eastman--edited by Dr. Seuss--features all kinds of wonderful dogs riding...
    $15.26 AUD
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  • Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site by Rinker, Sherri Duskey
    Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site
    The #1 New York Times bestselling children's book and beloved bedtime story! As the sun sets behind the big construction site, all the hardworking trucks get ready to say goodnight. One by one, Crane Truck, Cement Mixer, Dump Truck, Bulldozer, and Excavator finish their...
    $29.00 AUD
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  • Fire Pups to the Rescue! by Desimini, Lisa
    Fire Pups to the Rescue!
    This perfect read-aloud for preschoolers combines three favorite things that young children love--puppies, firefighters, and fire trucks. When the fire alarm rings, everyone at the firehouse gets ready--especially the Fire Pups. With their keen sense of smell and sharp eyesight, these adorable Dalmatian heroes...
    $27.47 AUD
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  • Sheep in a Jeep Board Book by Shaw, Nancy E.
    Sheep in a Jeep Board Book
    "A rollicking, simple story that never loses its bounce" --Boston GlobeHere they come, a flock of rollicking sheep in their sturdy red jeep. Will their outing be a success?Jeep goes splash! Jeep goes thud! Jeep goes deep in gooey mud! Here is a lively,...
    $15.26 AUD
    $15.26 AUD
  • Steam Train, Dream Train: Next Stop, Christmas! by Rinker, Sherri Duskey
    Steam Train, Dream Train: Next Stop, Christmas!
    All aboard the dream train as the crew prepares for its next stop--Christmas! From the author of the Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site series, the long-awaited sequel to the #1 New York Times bestseller Steam Train, Dream Train is here at last. 'Tis the season...
    $29.00 AUD
    $29.00 AUD
  • Towed by Toad by Awan, Jashar
    Towed by Toad
    An American Library Association Geisel Honor book - An American Library Association Notable Children's Book Hop on a tow-truck ride with Toad as he learns that everyone needs help sometimes, even the helpers! The first in a picture book series for fans of Frog...
    $29.00 AUD
    $29.00 AUD
  • The Goodnight Train Ready for School by Sobel, June
    The Goodnight Train Ready for School
    All aboard the Goodnight Train in this night-before-school companion to The Goodnight Train Halloween and The Goodnight Train Easter. Features peek-a-boo die cuts on every page!The engine chugs slow and steady. Get your brand-new backpacks ready!It's the night before the school bell rings and...
    $16.78 AUD
    $16.78 AUD
  • The Pigeon Loves Things That Go! by Willems, Mo
    The Pigeon Loves Things That Go!
    Mo Willems, #1 New York Times best-selling creator and three-time Caldecott Honoree, presents a Pigeon adventure perfect for the littlest readers. In Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!, the pigeon dreamed of driving the titular bus. In this board book, readers will see...
    $12.20 AUD
    $12.20 AUD
  • Cats in Construction Hats by Bardhan-Quallen, Sudipta
    Cats in Construction Hats
    Colorful cats in construction hats are on the job to build a house in this adorable, bouncy, rhyming picture book! Kids will delight in learning about colors while giggling at the hilarious antics of these forklift driving kitties. Yellow cat. Green hat.Dig this. Clear...
    $29.00 AUD
    $29.00 AUD
  • Every Monday Mabel by Awan, Jashar
    Every Monday Mabel
    Five starred reviews! "An arm-pumping, truck-horn toot to each person reveling in their own 'garbage.'" --BCCB (starred review) From the creator of I'm Going to Build a Snowman comes a "enthusiastic, delightful" (BookPage, starred review) celebration of community helpers that captures the joy and...
    $30.53 AUD
    $30.53 AUD
  • Good Luck, Ice Cream Truck! by Fairbank, Sorche
    Good Luck, Ice Cream Truck!
    Neighborhood friends greet eight different trucks until the truck they're really waiting for--the ice cream truck--finally arrives. A sweet and colorful celebration of vehicles, community, friendship, and ice cream!So many trucks drive down our street, each with a job it must complete.We'll wave to...
    $30.53 AUD
    $30.53 AUD
  • Cranky Makes a Friend by Tran, Phuc
    Cranky Makes a Friend
    In this second picture book from the #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator of the Food Group series, Pete Oswald, and acclaimed picture book author Phuc Tran's bestselling Cranky series, Cranky is feeling extra cranky when a new crane joins the crew. There's a...
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    $30.53 AUD
  • Diggers Love Their Daddies! by Sayres, Brianna Caplan
    Diggers Love Their Daddies!
    Daddies are so special! Little truck lovers, join all your favorite diggers as they celebrate their daddies and all they do. Perfect for new daddies, Father's Day, and every day! From diggers to fire trucks, from street sweepers to cement mixers to other favorites--all...
    $13.73 AUD
    $13.73 AUD
  • The Polar Express: A Christmas Holiday Book for Kids by Van Allsburg, Chris
    The Polar Express: A Christmas Holiday Book for Kids
    This beautiful hardcover edition of The Polar Express is the perfect gift for all those--of any age--who believe, come Christmas Eve, that they too will hear the sweet sound of a reindeer's silver bell. This edition includes a keepsake ornament.A young boy, lying awake...
    $33.58 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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