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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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  • When Driving Is Not an Option: Steering Away from Car Dependency by Zivarts, Anna
    When Driving Is Not an Option: Steering Away from Car Dependency
    One third of people living in the United States do not have a driver license. Because the majority of involuntary nondrivers are disabled, lower income, unhoused, formerly incarcerated, undocumented immigrants, kids, young people, and the elderly, they are largely invisible. The consequence of this...
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  • We Both Read: Trucks by McKay, Sindy
    We Both Read: Trucks
    Winner of two Teacher Choice Awards and a Mom's Choice Award, the We Both Read series now has over 100 titles and 6 million copies in print! This unique series features a shared-reading format designed to invite parents and children to take turns reading...
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  • Tractor Mac Farm Days by Steers, Billy
    Tractor Mac Farm Days
    Tractor Mac wakes up eager to start the day. Plow, plant, scoop, mow--there's always a new chore for him and his animal and vehicle friends to do at the farm. When the day is done, he washes up and goes to bed, excited to...
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  • The Wind in the Willows by Grahame, Kenneth
    The Wind in the Willows
    The beloved children's classic featuring Toad, Ratty, Mole, and Badger is now available in an unabridged, illustrated cloth hardcover edition in Union Square and Co.'s Children's Signature Clothbound Classics series. Mole, Ratty, Toad, and Badger are four friends living in the Wild Wood. From...
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  • The Wheels on the Garbage Truck by Burton, Jeffrey
    The Wheels on the Garbage Truck
    From the author of the beloved Itsy Bitsy board book series comes a silly and smelly adventure all about garbage trucks. An action-packed yet adorable story, The Wheels on the Garbage Truck is the second book in a new series that is perfect for...
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  • The Good Night Garage (Jacket) by Kosara, Tori
    The Good Night Garage (Jacket)
    A rhyming bedtime picture book celebration of everyday heroes and non-traditional working patterns for little vehicle lovers. It's night-time in the city, so why are seven mighty machines at the Good Night Garage just waking up? Follow each vehicle while they carry out the...
    $27.68 AUD
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  • The Definitive Firebird & Trans Am Guide: 1970 1/2 - 1981 by Rotella, Rocky
    The Definitive Firebird & Trans Am Guide: 1970 1/2 - 1981
    Take an in-depth look into the second-generation Firebird and Trans Am with the ultimate guidebook that includes production figures, option codes, running changes, model-year changes and variances, rarity, collectability, interviews with engineers, and more.Pontiac expert and historian Rocky Rotella examines each production year of...
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  • The Boy Who Fell Off the Mayflower, or John Howland's Good Fortune by Lynch, P. J.
    The Boy Who Fell Off the Mayflower, or John Howland's Good Fortune
    "This feast of a book . . . will captivate readers from its opening double-page spread. . . . Sweeping and grand, this personal take on a familiar story is an engaging success." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Leaving the docks of London on...
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  • The Arctic Railway Assassin: Adventures on Trains #6 by Leonard, M. G.
    The Arctic Railway Assassin: Adventures on Trains #6
    Hal deals with thieves, an assassin, and the cold cold arctic! Harrison "Hal" Beck has been on countless adventures with Nat, his travel journalist uncle, and filled countless sketchbooks with his crime-solving art. This time, they're off to see the northern lights in the...
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  • The 2025 Commercial Nautical Almanac for Mariners and Navigators by U K Hydrographic
    The 2025 Commercial Nautical Almanac for Mariners and Navigators
    Navigate with Confidence - The Nautical Almanac 2025 (Commercial Edition)The Nautical Almanac 2025 is an essential navigation reference for mariners, navigators, and sailing enthusiasts. Based on the official edition produced by the United States Naval Observatory, this Commercial Edition provides all the key astronomical...
    $44.60 AUD
    $44.60 AUD
  • Subway by Niemann, Christoph
    Subway
    Speed. Color. Sound. Numbers. Maps. Connections. Navigation. Subway systems may be specific to certain cities around the world, but the pure thrill of a subway ride is universal to all young children.Christoph Niemann's graphically elegant and playful picture book is a tour de force...
    $30.75 AUD
    $30.75 AUD
  • Slaves of Socorro by Flanagan, John
    Slaves of Socorro
    The fourth installment in the New York Times bestselling Brotherband series, for fans of Lord of the Rings and Game of Thrones Hal and his fellow Herons have returned home to Skandia after defeating the pirate captain Zavac and reclaiming Skandia's most prized artifact,...
    $16.91 AUD
    $16.91 AUD
  • Priddy Explorers: Mega Machines by Priddy, Roger
    Priddy Explorers: Mega Machines
    Celebrate 25 years of Priddy Books! Inspiring a love of learning in over 200 million babies, toddlers, and young children. Children will love joining the Priddy Explorers to discover fascinating facts about mega machines in this exciting new title by Priddy Books. Filled with...
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  • Porsche Boxster, Boxster S Service Manual: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004: 2.5 Liter, 2.7 Liter, 3.2 Liter Engines by Bentley Publishers
    Porsche Boxster, Boxster S Service Manual: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004: 2.5 Liter, 2.7 Liter, 3.2 Liter Engines
    The Porsche Boxster Service Manual: 1997-2004 covers the 1997 through 2004 model year Boxster and Boxster S. Bentley repair manuals provide the highest level of clarity and comprehensiveness for service and repair procedures. If you're looking for better understanding of your Boxster, look no...
    $215.31 AUD
    $215.31 AUD
  • Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge: Faa-H-8083-25b by Federal Aviation Administration
    Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge: Faa-H-8083-25b
    The Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge provides basic knowledge that is essential for pilots. This handbook introduces pilots to the broad spectrum of knowledge that will be needed as they progress in their pilot training. Except for the Code of Federal Regulations pertinent to...
    $38.43 AUD
    $38.43 AUD
  • Peace Train by Stevens, Cat
    Peace Train
    The instant #1 New York Times and Indie bestseller!Hop aboard the Peace Train in this picture book adaptation of Cat Stevens's legendary anthem of unity and harmony in time for the song's 50th anniversary! With illustrations by New York Times bestselling illustrator Peter H....
    $30.75 AUD
    $30.75 AUD
  • National Geographic Kids Puzzle Book: On the Go by Kids, National Geographic
    National Geographic Kids Puzzle Book: On the Go
    Test your talents with hours of boredom-busting games! This write-in book is full of puzzle favorites--sudoku, crosswords, word searches, and more--perfect for brain-building, on-the-go fun. Jet off into the sky or dive deep into the sea. With planes, trains, automobiles, and even a robotic...
    $12.29 AUD
    $12.29 AUD
  • National Geographic Kids Little Kids First Board Book: Trucks by Musgrave, Ruth A.
    National Geographic Kids Little Kids First Board Book: Trucks
    Calling all truck fans! From dump trucks to cement trucks to monster trucks, these colorful pages introduce big trucks and their special jobs to the littlest fans.Bursting with vivid photos, each spread in this sturdy book features a terrific truck, along with super-simple facts...
    $12.29 AUD
    $12.29 AUD
  • Moments of Truth by Carlzon, Jan
    Moments of Truth
    The president and CEO of Scandinavia Airlines (SAS) shows how to adapt to the new customer-driven economy.Author: Jan CarlzonPublisher: Harper BusinessPublished: 02/15/1989Pages: 160Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.28lbsSize: 7.96h x 5.29w x 0.42dISBN: 9780060915803About the AuthorCarlzon, Jan: - Jan Carlzon was born in Nykoping, Sweden, in...
    $29.51 AUD
    $29.51 AUD
  • Little Red by Hillenbrand, Will
    Little Red
    "Very small motor enthusiasts are the ones to relish Will Hillenbrand's sweet Yuletide story." --The Wall Street Journal "A warm Christmas read and a reminder of the best gifts: friendship, kindness, helpfulness, and cooperation." --Kirkus Reviews "A fun story that introduces vocabulary and colors,...
    $29.22 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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