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 racetracks.
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.
Vehicle Books for Beginning Readers
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!