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Books > Children's & Educational > Technology & applied sciences > Transport technologies > General
All aboard this exciting addition to the much-loved That's not
my... series. Babies and toddlers will love touching the textured
patches as they look at buses with shiny doors, squashy bumpers and
sparkly lights. The bright pictures and textures to stroke are
designed to help develop sensory and language awareness.
A rhyming picture book about how sometimes it's not the biggest,
strongest, or the fastest, but the littlest who can get the job
done! "Charming, entertaining, and original, The Littlest Airplane
is an especially and unreservedly recommended addition to family,
daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library
picture book collections for children ages 4-7." -Midwest Book
Review "This is a really cute story about a plane that is smaller
than all the others. He feels inferior because he can't do what the
big planes can. But when people get stuck in a storm and call for
help, the big planes are too big to land to rescue the people, the
little plane can reach them and he saves them. The illustrations
were cute; I love the expressiveness of the planes. . . 4 stars."
-Youth Services Book Review "The text clearly stands out against
Joseph's wonderful illustrations, which work in tandem with the
text to convey exactly what's happening in the story. These scenes
are big and colorful, making it easy to see all aspects of the
picture, even from a distance-perfect for story hours. . .
Altogether, Hartman has created another wonderful ride of a story.
A great rhyming read aloud for little learners to introduce
different types of planes and spot light the oft-forgotten bush
plane." -School Library Journal "The story told in lilting rhyming
text is brought to life in colorful illustrations featuring
personified airplanes with expressive faces and beautiful Alaskan
scenery. Facts about bush planes and a labeled diagram of a plane
appear in the back pages. Young children identify with being small
and wanting to be important. They will recognize this story as a
good companion to The Little Engine That Could." -Children's
Literature Comprehensive Database "Alaska Northwest Books wings
into spring with... The Littlest Airplane by Brooke Hartman, illus.
by John Joseph, in which a storm necessitates calling a mighty
little bush plane to rescue people stuck on a mountain in the
snow." -Publishers Weekly, Spring 2022 Children's Sneak Previews At
a landing strip in the far north, a little bush plane watches
quietly as bigger, stronger, faster planes take off for adventure.
But when a storm hits and hikers are stranded on the mountain, who
will come to the rescue? Told in rhyming verse with bright
illustrations, The Littlest Airplane soars high with heart and
excitement.
Calling all truck fans! From dump trucks to cement trucks to
monster trucks, these colourful 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 and lively, age-appropriate language
to keep babies and toddlers and their grown-ups engaged. Designed
to be the stepping-stone to the best-selling National Geographic
Little Kids First Big Book series, the Little Kids First Board Book
series takes similar subjects and distils them down to the simplest
non-fiction concepts for the youngest audience. Not only will
little ones learn about different kinds of trucks, but they can
also find recurring shapes and patterns in the art, while adults
can keep their eyes open for occasional funny commentary. Sidebar
text offers additional learning for older siblings or those ready
for more complex information. With their square shape, bright and
playful design, awesome photography, clear text, and cues to
encourage interactive learning, the Little Kids First Board Books
mirror the beloved First Big Books while taking a fresh approach to
excite a baby's sense of wonder and make learning about nature and
science fun. Complete your Little Kids First Board Book collection
with these titles: * Little Kids First Board Book Dinosaurs *
Little Kids First Board Book Weather * Little Kids First Board Book
Space * Little Kids First Board Book Animals on the Go * Little
Kids First Board Book Insects * Little Kids First Board Book Wild
Animal Sounds * Little Kids First Board Book Ocean
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Enjoy this journey through the fascinating history of trains in
this picture-packed celebration of the story of trains and how they
have transformed our world. Discover how George Stephenson's dream
of a steam-powered railway changed the world. Look inside a
locomotive to understand how the piston turns the wheels. Learn how
the railroads helped to shape the history of America. Read how the
electric and diesel power provided more speed and efficiency, and
take a glimpse into the future to see how trains keep transforming
how we travel! DK Eyewitness Train also looks beyond the trains and
tracks to learn about the people who built the railroads and keep
them running. Cross continents, too, as you find out about some of
the great train journeys of the world. Become an eyewitness to the
wonders of one of history's greatest inventions, from royal trains
to record-breakers, overcoming obstacles to travelling underground,
this picture-led guide will take you on a visual tour of trains
like never before. Throughout the pages of this newly- revised
incredible history book, you can expect to find: -Up to 20 per cent
new images, including photography and updated diagrams -All
information updated by expert consultants -Packed with amazing
facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines -Includes brand new
eyewitness accounts from experts in the field This museum in a book
uses striking full-colour photographs and illustrations as well as
amazing facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines to help
bring the extraordinary high-powered world of trains to life before
your very eyes. The unique visual approach immerses curious
children in every page, making this a must-have volume for curious
children aged 9+ with a thirst for knowledge and learning,
alongside teachers, parents and librarians. So, what's new? Part of
DK's best-selling Eyewitness series, this popular title has been
reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and
stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, up to 20 per cent
new images, including photography and updated diagrams, updated
information, and a new "eyewitness" feature with fascinating
first-hand accounts from experts in the field. Explore the series!
Globally, the Eyewitness series has sold more than 50 million
copies over 30 years. Join the journey to combat climate change
with Eyewitness Climate Change or take a trip aboard the most
famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic.
Travel through history and reach new heights with this
breath-taking children's reference book, all about jets, planes,
and other sensational flying machines. Hop aboard the agile
blackbird spy plane as you become a pilot for the secret service,
perform loops and flips in the streamlined stunt plane, and compete
against the best of the best in the magnificent microlight plane,
in this informative children's reference book. Touch the skies and
discover all about the different features of these aerodynamic
aircrafts, and what makes them so exciting. With fascinating facts,
and beautiful, close-up photography, this children's book brings
these wonderful flying machines to life, and captivates and
inspires its young readers. Did you know that some jumbo jets can
carry up to 660 passengers? Or that the blades on a chinook
helicopter spin at around 225 times per minute? There are thousands
and thousands of winged machines in the world, both past and
present, so there is plenty to explore in this kid's plane book.
Whether they are budding pilots, or airplane enthusiasts, this
reference book is perfect for young readers with an appetite for
information all about planes, jets, and other magnificent machines
that defy gravity.
Introducing the interactive Little World series from Ladybird that makes our big world little.
Little World is designed for curious toddlers, allowing them to explore familiar landscapes and faraway places, from cities and jungles to outer space and ocean depths.
The gentle narrative is perfect for reading aloud, guiding children through the terminal as they check in bags, walk through security and board the plane. A novelty slide, push or pull on every spread will engage children and help to soothe any anxiety about airports and flying.
Sam Meredith's bright artwork and charming characters encourage interaction and play, with lots to spot, see and enjoy on every spread.
The inspiring memoir for young readers about a Latina rocket
scientist whose early life was transformed by joining the Girl
Scouts and who currently serves as CEO of the Girl Scouts of the
USA. A meningitis outbreak in their underprivileged neighborhood
left Sylvia Acevedo's family forever altered. As she struggled in
the aftermath of loss, young Sylvia's life transformed when she
joined the Brownies. The Girl Scouts taught her how to take control
of her world and nourished her love of numbers and science. With
new confidence, Sylvia navigated shifting cultural expectations at
school and at home, forging her own trail to become one of the
first Latinx to graduate with a master's in engineering from
Stanford University and going on to become a rocket scientist at
NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Simultaneously available in
Spanish!
"Skillfully designed and composed, Pizzoli's cheerful
interpretation is thoroughly modern and charming. Swoonworthy for
train lovers and preschoolers alike." -Kirkus (starred review) The
classic picture book from Margaret Wise Brown about two trains and
their cross-country journey from east to west, with a bold new look
from Geisel Award-winning artist Greg Pizzoli. Two little trains
went down the track, Two little trains went West. PUFF PUFF PUFF
CHUG CHUG CHUG Two little trains to the West. A streamlined train
and a little old train journey through hills and over mountains,
crossing rivers and plains, in this treasured story from Margaret
Wise Brown, author of Goodnight Moon. Reimagined with bold and
vibrant art by Geisel Award-winning artist Greg Pizzoli, this
updated edition is perfect for fans of things that go. Makes for a
great baby shower gift! "Pizzoli's illustrations...add texture,
vibrancy, and bring the journey to new life....Toddlers and
preschoolers who love trains will delight in the tale while adults
familiar with the original book will appreciate the opportunity to
introduce it to a new generation."-School Library Journal (starred
review) "The soothing clickity-clack of the late Brown's verse
lulls as effectively as when it first appeared 70 years
ago."-Publishers Weekly (starred review) "This is a storytime
winner. Blocky clear shapes, vivid colors, and simple designs make
each page burst with an energy that will appeal to the smallest
child."-Booklist
Push, pull and slide the tabs to be a part of the Busy Fire
Station! Join in with the firefighters as they slide down the pole,
drive the fire engine and put out a fire while everyone cheers.
Young children will love playing with this bright and colourful
board book with lots to spot, a gentle rhyme and wonderful
illustrations by Jo Byatt. Busy Fire Station has been endorsed and
recommended by Dr Amanda Gummer's Good Toy Guide. Discover more of
the Busy Book series: Busy Bikes, Busy Airport and Busy Trains.
Your little one will love to discover the incredible trucks and
things that go inside this bright board book. There are 100
different truck photographs to look at and talk about, and 100
truck names to read and learn, too. The pages are made from tough
board for hours of fun reading, and the cover is softly padded for
little hands to hold.
Supercars are exotic, powerful and expensive. Representing the
ultimate in performance, styling and unadulterated driving thrills,
a supercar encapsulates the romance, power and freedom of the motor
car in one beautifully designed package. Classic Supercars
celebrates the incredible machines built in the twentieth century,
providing a detailed look at 300 great automobiles from around the
world. All the great marques are covered, including Aston Martin,
Chevrolet, De Tomaso, Ferrari, Jaguar, Maserati and Porsche.
Illustrated with a photograph, each car entry includes detailed
specifications, which include all the performance statistics,
engine type, transmission, chassis, special features, running gear
and dimensions. Packed with information, this handy reference guide
is a must for all lovers of these powerful classic machines.
Antoine de Saint-Exupery was born in France in 1900, when
aeroplanes were just being invented. He always dreamt of flying,
and when he became a pilot as a young man, his adventures truly
began. He was one of the first pilots to deliver mail by plane and,
along with his fellow pilots, helped to create new routes to
faraway places. Antoine flew over mountains and deserts, battled
winds and storms, and even tried to break aviation records. He also
crashed a number of times. From his plane he reflected on life on
the earth and in the skies, and this inspired him to write about
his experiences. Peter Sis's remarkable biography celebrates the
author of The Little Prince, one of the world's most beloved books.
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Monster Trucks!
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Susan E Goodman; Illustrated by Michael J Doolittle
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Its tires are over five feet tall. It is as heavy as an elephant.
And it can jump, race, and crush like a monster It's a monster
truck
Whether racing over ramps, plowing through mud, or crushing cars,
monster trucks are the biggest and baddest trucks out there The
bestselling and award-winning team that brought you "Choppers " and
"Motorcycles , " author Susan E. Goodman and photographer Michael
J. Doolittle, show readers how these beasts came to be, how they
work, how they get ready for a show, and some of the exciting
tricks that only monster trucks can do. This action-packed Step 3
Step into Reading beginning reader is filled with you-are-there
color photographs
Informative and fast-paced, this book is perfect for boys and girls
who love everything on wheels
Also available in Spanish as Perdidos en NYC: una aventura en el
metro The sights . . . the sounds . . . the SMELLS! New York's
crowded subway system is known for many things, but being easy on a
lost kid isn't one of them. When Pablo gets separated from his new
schoolmates during his first field trip in New York City, he
doesn't know how he'll be able to find them again. Luckily, he has
a little knowledge, a new friend, and the surprisingly approachable
city itself to guide his way. This story features maps, archival
photos, and fascinating facts to help readers explore the subway
without ever having to get caught like Pablo in the mob of Times
Square. It brings all the bustle and beauty of NYC to young readers
around the world. This story is also available in Spanish as
Perdidos en NYC: una aventura en el metro
The perfect activity book for train journeys! Beat the boredom and
take time out from screens with this pocket-sized book packed with
facts, photos and fantastic spots for hours of fun! Kids will have
fun collecting points with more than 140 train journey sights to
find. From information and departure boards to electrification and
other trains, they'll learn all about train travel along the way.
And once they've scored 1000 points, super-spotters can claim their
official i-SPY certificate and badge. With more than 30 i-SPY books
to collect, there's something for everyone! For even more fun check
out i-SPY On a Car Journey (ISBN 9780008386443).
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