Transportation - Kids

Watch out Here come the Mighty Machines. From bulldozers to dump trucks, this series will delight young readers as they learn about the parts of these machines, as well as the jobs they do. A search-and-find feature is sure to grab the attention of...

This book for elementary readers highlights how maps and technology have changed the way people find their way from place to place. Full-color photos and a running timeline help show how changes in ways we travel and new technology have carried us from using...

Get ready for a wild ride! From boats and planes to sports cars, vehicles have been used in movies since the dawn of film. Through gripping text and vibrant photos, this title explores some of the most famous on-screen vehicles in movie history. Special...

In Transportation Then and Now, leveled text and vibrant, full-color photographs take readers through the cultural and technological advances that affected transportation through time. Readers will compare life in the past to life today. An infographic highlights a period in transportation and What Do...

The Beloved Children's Lullaby Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star comes to life in this cute children's book illustrated by Katherine White. Additional verses will have you reading and singing along to this children's classic.Author: Jane TaylorISBN-10: 153240073XISBN-13: 9781532400735Publisher: Xist PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/02/2016Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.24lbsSize:...

Pedal It! celebrates the humble bicycle and shows you why and how bikes can make the world a better place From the very first boneshakers to the sleek racing bikes of today, from handlebars to spokes to gear sprockets, bicycles have continued to capture...

The My First series introduces children to basic concepts through simple yet bold, graphic artwork. In Opposites, little ones will learn the concept of opposites! In My First Opposites, little ones will be introduced to the concept of opposites. The pages of this book...

Land vehicles were often not effective during the Vietnam War because of the country's wet swamps and thick jungles. Military forces relied on various aircraft and watercraft to travel and fight instead. Learn about the helicopters, airplanes, patrol boats, and other military vehicles used...

The military uses amphibious vehicles to take troops and supplies onto shore. Read to find out about the military's land and water vehicles.Author: Raymond Puffer, Barbara AlpertISBN-10: 1429675691ISBN-13: 9781429675697Publisher: Capstone PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2012Pages: 24Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.49lbsSize: 8.99h x 11.21w x 0.28dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 3.5Point...

This fantastic journey through the continent of South America helps show how humans affect, and are affected by, the environments in which they live. Readers will gain an understanding of the continent's various landforms, resources, and human activities. Examples featured include walking along the...

This incredible journey through the continent of Asia helps show how humans affect, and are affected by, the environments in which they live. Readers will gain an understanding of the continent's various landforms, resources, and human activities. Examples featured include traveling on a high-speed...

This stunning journey through the continent of Antarctica helps show how humans affect, and are affected by, the environments in which they live. Readers will gain an understanding of the continent's landforms, resources, and human activities. Examples featured include flying by helicopter to Bird...

This exciting journey through the continent of Africa helps show how humans affect, and are affected by, the environments in which they live. Readers will gain an understanding of the continent's various landforms, resources, and human activities. Examples featured include driving along the Trans-Sahelian...

Children will delight in learning about military tanks. Mighty Tanks introduces readers to the different parts that make up a tank and explains how these mighty armored vehicles move over rough terrain.Author: Paul ChallenISBN-10: 0778730492ISBN-13: 9780778730491Publisher: Crabtree ClassicsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/10/2010Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.79lbsSize: 11.10h...

Did you know that the first train reached a top speed of only 5 miles per hour, that helicopters are also called whirlybirds, and that some submarines can stay underwater for months at a time? Learn more surprising facts in this lively and fascinating...

The world seems much smaller with our astounding means of transportation, but as readers will explore, there are costs that come with such great accomplishments. Across four chapters, readers are presented with essays that debate what alternative strategies are best, what policies protect national...

Numbered step-by-step instructions give age-appropriate guidance for drawing the vehicles kids love in the Manga style. Professional Japanese Manga artist Masaki Nishida lends his expertise to this authentic how-to-draw series.Author: Masaki NishidaISBN-10: 1404238484ISBN-13: 9781404238480Publisher: PowerKids PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2007Pages: 24Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 11.01h x...

Find the fire truck concealed in a herd of llamas, a bicycle hidden in a gaggle of geese, and a jet plane caught in a spider web. These 29 puzzles will delight children as they search for items hidden within busy patterns that are...

Bulldozers are powerful machines that dig and carry heavy loads. But that's not all they do! Readers will love learning about different types of bulldozers, how they're used, and more in this fun book.Author: Brianna KaiserISBN-10: 8765608348ISBN-13: 9798765608340Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2024Pages: 24Format:...

Bulldozers are powerful machines that dig and carry heavy loads. But that's not all they do! Readers will love learning about different types of bulldozers, how they're used, and more in this fun book.Author: Brianna KaiserISBN-10: 876562436XISBN-13: 9798765624364Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2024Pages: 24Format:...

The five thousand years long magnificent history of China has made the Chinese an intelligent people that created many great world-renowned projects. Some of them survived thousands of years of changes and still benefit us today. The Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal (a UNESCO World Heritage...

Emergency vehicles are there when people need help. Sometimes we need help when we are sick or there is a fire, or even when our car is not working. Difference vehicles come to help. Paired to the fiction title What is This?Author: Katy DuffieldISBN-10:...

The Mystery Machine broke down, and Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Inc. gang are stranded. It's going to take every type of transportation to get back home, including a bus, train, boat, plane, and more! Young readers will delight in using the clues in the...

What structures stretch into the sky and give people places to live, work, and shop? SKYSCRAPERS! Discover why and how they are built and learn about some of the world's stunning skyscrapers in this book. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.Author: Tracy Vonder BrinkISBN-10: 1039810071ISBN-13: 9781039810075Publisher:...

In 1922, when Joseph-Armand Bombardier was fifteen years old he built his first snow vehicle. He had always loved to tinker with motors and make things go, and he dreamed of building a vehicle that could go over snow. His first attempt, using a...

The Story of the Pony Express is a book written by Glenn D. Bradley. This tiny book's sole goal is to provide a reliable, practical, and readable overview of the Pony Express. This admirable endeavor made a significant contribution to history and showed what...

Whether on the ground, in the air, or across the water, transportation workers make it possible for people and goods to travel efficiently. Bus drivers, airline pilots, locomotive engineers, and ship captains help people get from place to place. They deliver supplies to places...

"Plenty on display to satisfy the vehicle-obsessed."--Publishers Weekly Cars, trucks, trains, planes, ships, and so many more! Almost 100 vehicles of all shapes and sizes fill the pages of this oversized book that's just right for fans of all things that go. Rotate a...

What carries water and helps ships move around the world? CANALS! Discover why and how they are built and learn about some of the world's clever canals in this book. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.Author: Tracy Vonder BrinkISBN-10: 1039809561ISBN-13: 9781039809567Publisher: Crabtree CrownLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/27/2023Pages: 32Format:...

What holds back water and provides power? DAMS! Discover why and how they are built and learn about some of the world's daring dams in this book.Author: Tracy Vonder BrinkISBN-10: 1039809553ISBN-13: 9781039809550Publisher: Crabtree CrownLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/27/2023Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.61lbsSize: 10.16h x 8.19w x 0.32d

What takes us over rivers and above highways? BRIDGES! Discover why and how they are built and learn about some of the world's beautiful bridges in this book. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.Author: Tracy Vonder BrinkISBN-10: 1039810047ISBN-13: 9781039810044Publisher: Crabtree CrownLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/27/2023Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.30lbsSize:...

What carries water and helps ships move around the world? CANALS! Discover why and how they are built and learn about some of the world's clever canals in this book. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.Author: Tracy Vonder BrinkISBN-10: 1039810098ISBN-13: 9781039810099Publisher: Crabtree CrownLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/27/2023Pages: 32Format:...

What holds back water and provides power? DAMS! Discover why and how they are built and learn about some of the world's daring dams in this book.Author: Tracy Vonder BrinkISBN-10: 103981008XISBN-13: 9781039810082Publisher: Crabtree CrownLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/27/2023Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 10.20h x 8.70w x 0.30d

What takes us through mountains and carries water and power under our feet? TUNNELS! Discover why and how they are built and learn about some of the world's tremendous tunnels in this book. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.Author: Tracy Vonder BrinkISBN-10: 1039810063ISBN-13: 9781039810068Publisher: Crabtree CrownLanguage:...

What takes us where we need to go? ROADS! Discover why and how they are built and learn about some of the world's remarkable roads in this book. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.Author: Tracy Vonder BrinkISBN-10: 1039809529ISBN-13: 9781039809529Publisher: Crabtree CrownLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/27/2023Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.61lbsSize:...

What structures stretch into the sky and give people places to live, work, and shop? SKYSCRAPERS! Discover why and how they are built and learn about some of the world's stunning skyscrapers in this book. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.Author: Tracy Vonder BrinkISBN-10: 1039809545ISBN-13: 9781039809543Publisher:...

What takes us where we need to go? ROADS! Discover why and how they are built and learn about some of the world's remarkable roads in this book. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.Author: Tracy Vonder BrinkISBN-10: 1039810055ISBN-13: 9781039810051Publisher: Crabtree CrownLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/27/2023Pages: 32Format: Paperback

Expertly designed to develop early language and motor skills, discover exciting animals in this set of 16 colorful flash cards. Each card has a special touch and feel element to make learning fun for all the senses!With a vibrant image on every flashcard, DK's...

My First Search & Find: Things That Go combines a fun search and find activity with learning! Children can look for all kinds of vehicles and other things that go in a variety of scenes, such as a bustling town, a busy construction site,...

Did you know that the first school bus was built in 1827 and pulled by horses? That's just one fascinating tidbits that students will learn as they work their way through this book. Textual and visual information maximize comprehension.Author: Winston GarrettISBN-10: 1477765220ISBN-13: 9781477765227Publisher: PowerKids...

Chug! Chug! A tractor rumbles across a corn field! Find out about the many jobs a tractor can do, and learn about where they are important. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, informative sidebars and captions, an activity, critical-thinking questions,...

Introduces readers to the most powerful watercraft used by the US military today, how they work, and what makes them unique. Additional features include a table of contents, infographics to help readers learn more about the topic, sidebars, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a...

Introduces readers to the most powerful aircraft used by the US military today, how they work, and what makes them unique. Additional features include a table of contents, infographics to help readers learn more about the topic, sidebars, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a...

Introduces readers to the most powerful machine guns used by the US military today, how they work, and what makes them unique. Additional features include a table of contents, infographics to help readers learn more about the topic, sidebars, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions,...

Introduces readers to the tanks used by the US military today, how they work, and what makes them powerful. Additional features include a table of contents, infographics to help readers learn more about the topic, sidebars, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary,...

Introduces readers to the most powerful drones used by the US military today, how they work, and what makes them unique. Additional features include a table of contents, infographics to help readers learn more about the topic, sidebars, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a...

Introduces readers to the most powerful missiles and bombs used by the US military today, how they work, and what makes them unique. Additional features include a table of contents, infographics to help readers learn more about the topic, sidebars, Fast Facts, critical thinking...

Do you love watching race cars? Then maybe you can get a job making them go faster. There are more jobs for gearheads than you probably ever realized. From classic car restorer to motorcycle designer, readers will learn about various STEM and STEAM for...

Reptiles and amphibians need special help crossing roads. This book focuses on different approaches, from tiny turtle tunnels under railroad tracks in Japan, to salamander tunnels and turtle crossing guards in the U.S., to toad tunnels in the UK, and bucket brigades for frogs...

Skateboards are a favorite toy for people of all ages! Throughout this book, reluctant readers will learn about the story behind skateboards and how they have grown in popularity over the years. Engaging text and crisp images draw readers in, while special features showcase...