Children’s Books About Cars, Trucks, and Things That Go

Rev up your child’s imagination with fun picture books, board books, and more about their favorite vehicles!

Oct 18, 2024

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Children’s Books About Cars, Trucks, and Things That Go

Oct 18, 2024

For children who are fascinated by all things with wheels and an engine, there’s nothing more exciting than exploring the world of vehicles through the pages of a book. From cars and rockets to roaring trains and powerful tractors, these stories are perfect for introducing kids to the many types of vehicles that fill our roads, fields, and skies.

In this list, you’ll find everything from classic tales like The Wheels on the Bus to nonfiction books packed with fun facts about how self-driving cars work. Whether they love farm trucks or fast-paced races, these books are a great way to fuel their interests and help your child explore the mighty machines that shape our world.

Plus, explore captivating books to read on the go — perfect for the whole family.

For instance, preschoolers will delight in spinning the oversized, chunky cardboard wheels on every page of Let's Go, Farm Trucks! while learning about their favorite farm vehicles — from tractors to plows.

There’s also There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Truck, a hilarious picture book. Kids can follow along to find out why the Old Lady swallowed a truck, a tire, a chain, some wood, some metal, some tools, and some screws!

Meanwhile, Press Start! #3: Super Rabbit Racers! is the perfect pick for newly independent readers and racing fans. Rev up those engines as Super Rabbit Boy, King Viking, and more favorite characters go head-to-head in the Super Cup Grand Prix. With brand-new racers and tricks and traps along the course, winning won’t be easy.

Buckle up and get ready to discover the world of cars, trucks, and other things that go. These books are sure to have your child vrooming through the pages! 

Shop books featuring their favorite car, vehicle, and more below! You can find all these books and more at The Scholastic Store

Board Books

Picture Books

Early Reader Books

Activity Books

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