Public Transportation

Emerging readers are bound for new places with the carefully crafted language, eye-catching photographs, and interesting details found within this book. It teaches the basics of taking the subway and presents fun facts about some of the most famous subway systems in the world.

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.

Kids love trains, and this beginner's look at train travel is sure to keep readers chugging through the pages. Key terms and historical facts are presented in simple language. Big, exciting pictures of trains on the go complement the text.

Taking the ferry is an interesting-and fun-way to travel. This mode of nautical public transportation has its own unique features, procedures, and vocabulary. Young readers will learn all about taking the ferry with this book's simple, easy-to-digest text.

Everything a young rider needs to know about the city bus is right here. Riding procedures and history, as well as the various types of city buses in use today are presented in simple language and illustrated with dynamic photographs.

Trolleys, trams, or streetcars-they're fun to ride no matter what you call them! This book offers a useful overview of streetcars from around the nation and the world, explaining their history and mechanics. It combines simple text with engaging photography to engage the reader and aid in comprehension.