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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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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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  • The Wheels on the Bus at Christmas by Kieley, Sarah
    The Wheels on the Bus at Christmas
    The favorite children's song "The Wheels on the Bus" gets a Christmas twist! Let's ride the bus on Christmas Eve! Who will we find inside? Grab a ticket and hop aboard the most Christmas-y bus ride ever! Families will love creating a new Christmas...
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  • The Complete Book of Porsche 911 4th Edition: Every Model Since 1964 by Leffingwell, Randy
    The Complete Book of Porsche 911 4th Edition: Every Model Since 1964
    Get the complete, up-to-date story of Porsche's most important model, year by year, in behind-the-scenes insights and over 500 stunning images. For more than six decades, Porsche's ever-evolving 911 has served as the company's ultimate expression of Ferdinand Porsche's sports-car vision. Its unique form...
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  • Subway: The Curiosities, Secrets, and Unofficial History of the New York City Transit System by Morris, John E.
    Subway: The Curiosities, Secrets, and Unofficial History of the New York City Transit System
    This dynamic visual history of the world's largest transit system -- in all its intriguing, colorful, and even seedy glory -- is packed with fascinating facts and hundreds of compelling photographs.When the first New York subway line opened in 1904, it was the most...
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  • Speed, Style, and Beauty: Cars from the Ralph Lauren Collection by Kimes, Beverly Rae
    Speed, Style, and Beauty: Cars from the Ralph Lauren Collection
    A perennial favorite returns to print in this sumptuous volume celebrating six decades of automotive design genius, from Bugatti to Bentley, Alfa Romeo to Aston Martin, Mercedes to McLarenBugatti and Bentley, Alfa and Aston, Mercedes and McLaren--these are not merely cars, they are some...
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  • Sky High!: A Soaring History of Aviation by Ambrozewski, Jacek
    Sky High!: A Soaring History of Aviation
    Sky High! introduces you to a whole ensemble of scientists, inventors, and builders: those from the distant past, such as Leonardo da Vinci and the Montgolfier brothers; those closer to the present, such as the Wright brothers or Otto Lilienthal; and current innovators, who...
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  • Ship of Gold in the Deep Blue Sea by Kinder, Gary
    Ship of Gold in the Deep Blue Sea
    Originally published in 1998 and a best seller in its hardcover and paperback publications, Gary Kinder's Ship of Gold in the Deep Blue Sea tells the story of the sinking of the SS Central America, a side-wheel steamer carrying nearly six hundred passengers returning...
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  • Rus and Moose by Wang, Chuchu
    Rus and Moose
    What begins as a scary almost-accident turns into a road-trip adventure, and then a lasting friendship between a truck driver and the moose who joins him for a ride.Moose has never left his home in the Maine woods, but when he meets Rus, a...
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  • Paper Airplane Kit: Build an Awesome Aircraft Fleet! by Publications International Ltd
    Paper Airplane Kit: Build an Awesome Aircraft Fleet!
    Choose, fold, customize, and fly your own one-of-a-kind paper airplanes. Modify them to make them fly just how you want! Colorful paper sheets with unique designs to make 100 paper airplanes. 19 different airplane models, each with its own distinctive flying style and shape....
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  • On Noah's Ark by Brett, Jan
    On Noah's Ark
    Now, the very youngest readers can enjoy this classic tale in a beautiful board book version, bursting with the colorful animals and playful storytelling for which Jan Brett is beloved by millions of readers. Jan's imagining of the story of Noah through the eyes...
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  • Little Monster Trucks Go! by Cenko, Doug
    Little Monster Trucks Go!
    Little monster trucks are met with challenge after challenge and must find a way to stay on the road and finish the race! Will they all make it, and who will win?Author: Doug CenkoPublisher: Blue Manatee PressPublished: 05/12/2020Pages: 32Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 0.90lbsSize: 9.30h x...
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  • John Denver's Take Me Home, Country Roads by Denver, John
    John Denver's Take Me Home, Country Roads
    Take Me Home, Country Roads, a book following the lyrics of John Denver's first hit song, is a great teaching tool for young readers about family and appreciation for the natural world around us.This brilliant picture book adaptation of John Denver's first hit song...
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  • If You Want to Win, You've Got to Fight: A Guide to Effective Transportation Advocacy by Lavin, Carter
    If You Want to Win, You've Got to Fight: A Guide to Effective Transportation Advocacy
    Your transit and street safety dreams are within your reach. While challenging our dangerous car-centric systems can feel daunting, you can win, and this book is here to help. In If You Want to Win, You've Got to Fight, transportation activist and advocacy consultant...
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  • Great Big Diggers (with Great Big Flaps) by Beecham, Alice
    Great Big Diggers (with Great Big Flaps)
    Lift the flaps to animate these heavy-lifting machines. Find out how deep a backhoe loader can dig, discover the incredible size of a dragline excavator, help a crane ship raise a shipwreck, and more. There's lots to find out about all kinds of diggers...
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  • Dot Markers Activity Book: Trucks, Cars, and Other Vehicles by Happy Kids Press
    Dot Markers Activity Book: Trucks, Cars, and Other Vehicles
    Get Ready for a Colorful Ride with Trucks, Cars, and More!Introduce your child to the exciting world of vehicles with the Dot Markers Activity Book: Trucks, Cars, and Other Vehicles! This engaging activity book is perfect for young artists, offering a fun and educational...
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  • Donny's Unauthorized Technical Guide to Harley-Davidson, 1936 to Present: Volume IV: Performancing the Evolution by Petersen, Donny
    Donny's Unauthorized Technical Guide to Harley-Davidson, 1936 to Present: Volume IV: Performancing the Evolution
    Do you want to make your Harley-Davidson run faster? Author Donny Petersen, with more than forty years of experience working on and designing Harleys, shows you how to make anything from mild to wild enhancements to your bike. He progresses from inexpensive power increases...
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  • All of the Factors of Why I Love Tractors by Bell, Davina
    All of the Factors of Why I Love Tractors
    When Frankie McGee visits the library, he has his sights set on borrowing a book about tractors--again! Why? Let him tell you! This laugh-out-loud picture book from award-winning author Davina Bell and illustrator Jenny L vlie is a great choice for anyone who loves...
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  • All Aboard, Georgia! by Bunn, Rosalind
    All Aboard, Georgia!
    "Finally, a fun, informative read-aloud that teachers can use to complement science curriculum! Rosalind and Maggie are right on track with this enchanting, scenic adventure through the regions of Georgia. Students will enjoy the memorable ride!" --Kim Judge, third-grade teacher, Marietta, GA "A fun,...
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  • Ultimate Spotlight: Trains by Prenat, Sophie
    Ultimate Spotlight: Trains
    Interactive and engaging, Ultimate Spotlight: Trains shows young children how their favorite vehicles work! Discover the wonderful world of trains: Pull a tab to open train doors, life flaps to see inside a train car, or turn a wheel to see different types of...
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  • 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...
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  • The Launch of Rocket Lab by Beck, Sir Peter
    The Launch of Rocket Lab
    Somewhere between unlikely and impossible is where magic happens. This is where Rocket Lab was born. From a young age Sir Peter Beck had his mind set on one thing: space. And as he tinkered with motorbikes in his parents' garage as a teenager,...
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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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