Children’s / Teenage general interest: Transport and vehicles

1889 products


  • Cars

    Moonlight Publishing Ltd Cars

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisLook at the engine of a car. Ride in a racing car, a dumper truck, a bulldozer, a cattle-truck, a bus. Drive a fire-engine, an ambulance, a police car through the city traffic. Count the wheels on a bike, a skate board, roller skates, a tricycle, a baby buggy, a motor bike and a scooter.

    1 in stock

    £12.34

  • Planes

    Moonlight Publishing Ltd Planes

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisFind out how people first learned to fly hot air balloons and small planes. Visit the cockpit of a large passenger airliner. Parachute out of a plane and ride in a helicopter and a glider. Learn about about all the different types of aircraft that we use today. This title forms part of the My First Discoveries series, a unique collection of beautifully illustrated information books for children aged 4 to 7 that aims to awaken children’s interest in the wonders of the natural, physical and human world around them. There are 4 transparent overlay pages, which reveal hidden surprises, link ideas and show how things evolve.

    1 in stock

    £12.34

  • Boats

    Moonlight Publishing Ltd Boats

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisWatch wooden sailing ships being tossed on stormy seas and attacked by pirates. Learn how they are made and how their sails work. Sail on a racing yacht, go fishing for merlin and see a fishing boat trawling for fish. Find out about canoes, yachts, motor boats, speed boats, tug boats and submersibles, as well as huge container ships, cruise ships, aircraft carriers and oil tankers. Learn how to make a boat and how to tie different sailor’s knots.

    15 in stock

    £10.39

  • Firefighting

    Moonlight Publishing Ltd Firefighting

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisClimb aboard a fire-engine, sirens blaring! Help firefighters rescue children, grown-ups, and animals. Ride along in helicopters and put out fires in skyscrapers. Fly in planes to drop water on forest fires. Find out how humans discovered fire for the first time, and explore all the special clothing and equipment firefighters in different countries use to tackle fires today. This title is part of the My First Discovery paperback series – a unique collection of beautifully illustrated information books for children aged 4 to 7, with simple language to aid learning and realistic artwork to inspire young minds. There are 8 transparent overlay pages, which reveal hidden surprises and make the pages come alive. With free access to a brand new audio app, children can listen and read along at their own pace, page by page.

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Planes

    Moonlight Publishing Ltd Planes

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisPrepare for take-off! Board one of the biggest passenger planes in the world and visit the captain’s cockpit. Hover above ground in a helicopter, soar through the sky in a glider, rise above the clouds in a hot air balloon, and shoot into space in a rocket. Children will learn about different types of aircraft – past and present – fuelling their curiosity about how these mighty machines work. This title is part of the My First Discovery paperback series – a unique collection of beautifully illustrated information books for children aged 4 to 7, with simple language to aid learning and realistic artwork to inspire young minds. There are 8 transparent overlay pages, which reveal hidden surprises and make the pages come alive. With free access to a brand new audio app, children can listen and read along at their own pace, page by page.

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Trains

    Moonlight Publishing Ltd Trains

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisAll aboard! This storybook gives young readers an all-access, first-class ticket for some of the oldest, the strangest, the biggest, and the fastest trains in history – from the steam engines of days gone by, to the high-speed electric trains that are common today. Discover how engines work, how railways climb mountains and cut through seas, and how they help us to travel all over the world. This title is part of the My First Discovery paperback series – a unique collection of beautifully illustrated information books for children aged 4 to 7, with simple language to aid learning and realistic artwork to inspire young minds. There are 8 transparent overlay pages, which reveal hidden surprises and make the pages come alive. With free access to a brand new audio app, children can listen and read along at their own pace, page by page.

    15 in stock

    £9.89

  • First Science Library: On the Move: 15

    Anness Publishing First Science Library: On the Move: 15

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisThis title features 15 easy-to-follow experiments for learning fun. You can find out about things that go - including you! You can test the power of gravity, make a pulley, construct your own water wheel, and much more. Lively photographs and illustrations show children carrying out the practical projects in simple stages, making learning accessible and fun. A detailed glossary explains all the science terms used. It is perfect for home or school use by 5- to 7-year-olds. It includes safety instructions for children and guidance notes for grown-ups. Why is ice slippery? What are gears? How do running shoes help you to sprint faster? How do you keep your balance? What is wind power? All of these questions and many others are answered in this exciting book, which explores the different aspects of forces and movement. Use pulling and pushing power to move toy trucks, make a lever, and use sandpaper to demonstrate friction. This book introduces younger readers to science in a structured but interesting way. Fun activities encourage young children to explore and learn about the world around them, and complement the scientific points outlined in the simple introductory text.

    Out of stock

    £6.93

  • Exploring Science: What Is Flight?

    Anness Publishing Exploring Science: What Is Flight?

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis title comes with 18 easy-to-do experiments and 240 exciting pictures. You can uncover the flight techniques of insects, birds and other flying creatures. You can explore the science that humans have developed to enable them to fly. You can find out how a jumbo jet carrying 500 passengers can stay in the air, and how a hummingbird can hover over a flower with pinpoint precision. Exciting experiments and inside-view diagrams explain the mechanics of drag, lift and thrust. Dramatic photographs and expert text capture the power and mystery of flight. It is an ideal reference source, for use at home or at school. You can follow the history of flying, from the first (disastrous) human attempts to soar like birds, to the creation of a supersonic airliner that flies faster than a bullet. You can explore the techniques of nature's most skilled flyers - from the prehistoric pterosaur to the long-distance albatross. You can share the excitement of the first human flight by Orville and Wilbur Wright, and the challenge of flying a round-the-world hot-air balloon. Step-by-step experiments and projects - including making a balloon jet, a kite and a rocket - will help you to understand how flight works.

    2 in stock

    £7.59

  • Exploring Science: Ships & Boats

    Anness Publishing Exploring Science: Ships & Boats

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisWith 17 easy-to-do experiments and 300 exciting pictures, this is the story of transportation on water: the vessels, the people and the technology. It features amazing information about every type of vehicle - from canoes, fishing trawlers and ferries, to warships, submarines and hovercraft. It explains how ships work, with the help of exciting step-by-step experiments to do at home or school. You can build a model reed boat, test which hull shapes move the fastest through water, power a propeller with a rubber-band engine, and make a navigation light. It captures the thrills and spectacle of life and work at sea, in more than 300 dramatic photographs and detailed illustrations. By inventing ways to travel on water, people have been able to see and trade with new lands, conquer new territories, fight great sea battles and enjoy new sports. This book will help you to understand why ships have played such an important part in human history.With the aid of cross-section illustrations and simple experiments to do at home, you will discover how vessels stay afloat, how a sail works, what keeps a submarine underwater, how a hovercraft skims on air, the elements of navigation, and much more.

    2 in stock

    £7.59

  • Exploring Science: Trains

    Anness Publishing Exploring Science: Trains

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis book comes with 10 easy-to-do experiments and 230 exciting pictures. All aboard for a journey into the history and technology of rail travel! It covers everything from the 'iron horses' of the Wild West and Stephenson's Rocket to the luxurious Orient Express and today's high-speed vehicles. Step-by-step projects look at the technology behind trains - learn about forces and motion, build a bridge, construct a tunnel, and even make your own model locomotive and railway track. Stunning photographs and detailed illustrations evoke the spirit of train travel. Railways revolutionized the day-to-day lives of ordinary people around the world. This book charts the development of trains, from the early horse-drawn wagons used in mines and the first steam locomotives to the comfort and convenience of modern, streamlined passenger trains. Discover how the first underground railways were designed and constructed, and explore the latest high-tech designs. This book is a treasure trove of information for the young railway enthusiast and is ideal for families and school groups to explore together.

    2 in stock

    £7.59

  • Exploring Science: Cars

    Anness Publishing Exploring Science: Cars

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisJust over 130 years ago, there were no cars in the world. Today, there are more than a billion of them! This book investigates how the invention of the automobile has dramatically changed our lives. It goes right back to the earliest examples and traces the story through to the great range of models available today. Find out what makes an engine turn, how the engine moves the wheels, and how wheels grip the road. Learn about cars powered by electricity, jet engines, or solar energy. This book will take young readers on a thrilling journey of discovery.

    1 in stock

    £7.59

  • Flying Machines

    Red Bird Publishing Flying Machines

    15 in stock

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    15 in stock

    £3.79

  • Down by the Station

    Child's Play International Down by the Station

    Out of stock

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    Out of stock

    £6.99

  • Flight in Scotland

    NMSE - Publishing Ltd Flight in Scotland

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisIn this book on the history of flight in Scotland you can: find out about the man who tried to fly off the wall at Stirling Castle and about Percy Pilcher and his fragile 'Bat' glider; be amazed at the story of Vincenzo Lunardi, and his balloon flight in 1785 from Edinburgh to Fife; see how aircraft are used in war, from the airships, and planes with open cock-pits, in World War I, to the Cold War V-bombers; read about UFOs in the 'Falkirk Triangle', the short-lived Rocket Post and much more; and check out how you can visit Concorde Alpha Alpha at the National Museum of Flight in East Lothian, and the other flying machines there.Trade Review'Filled with pictures, the book is ideal for anyone wanting an overview of the subject. Its engaging style, informative text and quirky facts (who knew Campbeltown airport has the capacity for the Space Shuttle to land?) make it an easy, enjoyable read. Keith Gray in the ScotsmanTable of ContentsStuff of dreams: Father John Damian Balloon mania: James Tytler (1745-1804) Lunardi from Lucca: Vincenzo Lunardi (1759-1806) First World War: Airpower, the new weapon of war The first non-stop transatlantic flight: Sir Arthur Whitten Brown (1886-1948) Monster of the air: The R34 airship Breaking records: 1930s aviation 'first's Second World War: Dogfights around the Firth of Forth / Airfields and air stations Flying boats and seaplanes: What's the difference? Defence in the Cold War: The Royal Observer Corps Highlands and Islands airports Making aircraft in scotland Leisure flying: The world at your feet helicopters: Workhorses of the air Scottish airports: Commercial passenger flight Golf Bravo Oscar Alpha Alpha: The Concorde Experience Future flight: Scotland 2040 UFOs: The Bonnybridge Triangle Answers/Places of interest/Useful websites Facts and activities

    15 in stock

    £7.88

  • Cicada Books Underground: Subway Systems Around the World

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    Out of stock

    £15.26

  • Professor Wooford McPaw's History of Cars

    Cicada Books Limited Professor Wooford McPaw's History of Cars

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe first in a series of books by Elliot Kruszynski, exploring the histories of modern technologies, introduced and explained by a helpful (if somewhat arrogant) dog called Professor Wooford McPaw. Praise for The History of Cars ''A broad history, ideal for car lovers''.-- Kirkus ''Lots of vroom for car enthusiasts and history buffs alike''. -- Booklist ''This marvellous exploration of the history, design, engineering, technology and innovation of car-making is essential reading for any child with an interest in cars''. -- BookTrust ''A fantastic must-have book for any child with an interest in cars''. -- Just Imagine ''This is a great book for children who have expressed an interest in motor vehicles, for learning about changes in technology over time or as an introduction to the world of non-fiction books''. -- Reading Zone ''This book offers an interesting and informative history of cars with plenty of light-hearted, chatty asides!''-- North Somerset Teacher's Book Award In this title, Professor McPaw explores the history of the car, starting with the steam engine in the early 1800s, the advent of the combustion engine in 1872, the popularisation of the car by Henry Ford in the early 1900s, the evolution of motor racing, luxury cars of the 1950s, the Japanese innovations of the 1970s, and finally the new technologies of electric and self-driving cars today. The book is engagingly illustrated by Elliot Kruszynski, whose bright, clean, informative style appeals to children across a broad age range. The Professor and his sidekick (in this case a car, but changing with each book), discuss the intricacies of historical episodes along the way, lending a humorous, personal touch. Comic strip interludes capture key moments, like the first cross-country road trip by the wife of Karl Benz, inventor of the first gas-powered car; or the advent of Ford’s assembly line. Striking a refreshing balance between authoritative, clearly conveyed information, and witty, bright commentary, Professor McPaw will be a captivating tour-guide through the fascinating developments of the modern world.

    3 in stock

    £12.34

  • Peter's Railway Now and Then

    Christopher Vine Peter's Railway Now and Then

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisA dream come true: Peter is invited to ride in the cab of a large modern diesel locomotive! Luckily the journey was not as wild as one of Grandpa's tales from the old steam days: Wagons without brakes, speeding trains with runaway carriages getting lost in the night...Another adventure with Peter and his Grandpa. Real engineering detail with 12 watercolours by John Wardle. Age 6 to 12 years.Trade Review"I have so much to thank you, because of the love for your books Brian now reads much more." Claire D. "My granny and grandad have got me all your books and I love them! I'm nearly 9 years old. Thank you! Can you write some more books soon please?" Leo.

    15 in stock

    £5.16

  • Peter's Railway Holiday at Lunan Bay

    Christopher Vine Peter's Railway Holiday at Lunan Bay

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisPeter is on holiday with his family in Scotland when Grandpa learns of a spectacular train crash. It happened nearby so they go exploring to find the exact spot. To add to the adventure they discover some evidence still lying on the ground - It's a true story where a crazy mistake led to disaster, but luckily no-one was hurt. To show how easy it is to make a blunder like this, Grandpa tells another story which ends with a Bang!Trade Review"Your books are amazing. There isn't a great deal out there for boys aged 9 regarding trains, and both my 7 year old and 9 year old love your stories. They are quite inspiring." Emma "My son Henry, aged 6, and I would like you to know how very much we enjoyed your latest book. It was funny and educational! What more could we ask for - When will the next one be out? We just can't wait!" Nicky and Henry

    15 in stock

    £6.49

  • Peter's Railway Grandpa Goes Bananas

    Christopher Vine Peter's Railway Grandpa Goes Bananas

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisA railway adventure in a transport museum. The children spend the night at a railway museum where they all agree that it's a great shame that nothing works: The exhibits are all lifeless. That is until Grandpa has one of his "excellent" ideas! Why not bring one of the monster locomotives back to life? Just for one day, the museum is filled with smoke, steam and noise...and policemen!

    15 in stock

    £5.16

  • Peter's Railway Rain, Steam and Speed

    Christopher Vine Peter's Railway Rain, Steam and Speed

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisA railway adventure on the farm. The children are riding on the little railway when they get caught in a rainstorm. While drying by the fire, Grandpa tells them two stories from the old days on the railways - both stories are true. Drive Bill Hoole offers two girls a ride in the cab of his steam locomotive: They have been caught in a storm and the heat of the cab will dry them out. They end up stealing the train!

    15 in stock

    £5.16

  • Peter's Railway The Four Seasons

    Christopher Vine Peter's Railway The Four Seasons

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisRailway fun isn’t just limited to adventures during the hot summer months. There’s always something to be done on the railway whatever the time of year. During the winter there are running repairs to be done and time for construction projects in the workshop. The children have lots of fun creating their SPLAT machine to help paint all the sleepers, while in the Spring as the days getting slightly longer and it’s time for spring cleaning at the station and fixing up the track. As summer arrives more time is spent on the railway which they use to raise money for charity with a non stop train ride! Then in Autumn, pumpkins adorn the railway with a scary vision appearing during the spooky ghost train party - thanks to another of Peter’s inventions!

    15 in stock

    £6.49

  • Peter's Railway - Racing Trains

    Christopher Vine Peter's Railway - Racing Trains

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisBook 6 in the hardback series – Racing Trains Peter's Railway is a story about a young boy who lives at Grandpa's farm. After building a miniature railway across the farm and then completing an amazing 5 mile extension to the line, Peter is ready for some more thrilling adventures. As their engineering skills progress the children are given more responsibility on the railway, and are delighted when they are given the task of completing a model Stirling Single locomotive – a perfect project for the summer! After watching the mainline train thunder past their miniature railway, the children were asking how fast was it travelling, and how fast could Fiery Fox go? Peter, always one for tinkering and creating things, comes up with just the ticket to measure speed – a computer-powered speedometer This leads to all sorts of adventures and the inevitable races along the track to test out Peter’s new invention and to find out how fast trains can go! As in the previous books in the series, there is technical information and diagrams at the end of relevant chapters. In this book the topics explored are: how wheel size affects speed, pistons speed, work, power, computer programs, boilers, and much more…Table of ContentsChapter 1 Fast Running Chapter 2 The Eight Foot Stirling Singles Chapter 3 Old No. 1 Arrives Chapter 4 A Computer-Powered Speedometer Chapter 5 Smoke Fire Water Chapter 6 Fiery Fox Flat Out Chapter 7 Speed and Power Chapter 8 The Duchess Express Chapter 9 Come on Baby! Chapter 10 Faraday at Full Speed Chapter 11 Painting the Old Lady Chapter 12 Slow Motion

    15 in stock

    £11.39

  • Peter's Railway Activity Book

    Christopher Vine Peter's Railway Activity Book

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisOur new Activity Book is packed full of trains, colouring and engineering puzzles. Some of the activities are easy, others are more challenging. There’s something for everyone: colouring, maths, crossword, anagrams, spot the dangers, join the dots, brain teasers, terrible train jokes, and a fabulous, new Spot the Difference! 32 pages of easy to follow activities, some more challenging than others but all great fun, combining learning, problem solving and creativity. The colouring pages bring the Peter’s Railway books to life and you can be as creative as you like! Beware the “Most Dangerous Railway Station in the World” see if you can spot all the dangerous things that shouldn’t be happening!! Keep the kids busy with this great new activity book from Peter’s Railway.

    15 in stock

    £6.49

  • Button Books My First Book of Things That Go

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    Out of stock

    £7.59

  • We learn about Road Safety

    Dolman Scott Ltd We learn about Road Safety

    15 in stock

    15 in stock

    £9.09

  • Ultimate Car Colouring Book

    Award Publications Ltd Ultimate Car Colouring Book

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £10.44

  • Play and Learn Sticker Activity: Tractors

    Award Publications Ltd Play and Learn Sticker Activity: Tractors

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisFun-filled, and educational, too! This tractor sticker activity book is packed with over 80 stickers, dot-to-dot games, mazes, odd-one-outs, matching, counting and other activities designed to build key early skills. These exciting activities will keep children entertained for hours.

    1 in stock

    £6.30

  • Boats: Fast & Slow

    Flying Eye Books Boats: Fast & Slow

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe history of boats is intertwined with our own - since the earliest times, humans have found ways to cross the bodies of water that cut them off from further exploration and expansion. From the woven rafts of ancient Mesopotamia, to Native American log canoes, through to Dutch merchant ships and onwards to today's modern sailing hydrofoils, trace the fascinating story of boats and their place in our culture.

    15 in stock

    £11.69

  • Mega Rescuers

    Picthall and Gunzi (an imprint of Award Publications Limited) Mega Rescuers

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisCombining easy-to-read text, and stunning photographs, Mega Rescuers is packed with exciting emergency vehicles of all kinds: from fire engines and super-fast response vehicles to firefighting aeroplanes and mountain rescuers. With lots to spot and see, the series is ideal for boosting the confidence and skills of even the most reluctant young reader, allowing them to start discovering facts about favourite topics for themselves.

    2 in stock

    £6.99

  • Mega Tractors

    Award Publications Mega Tractors

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisCombining easy-to-read text, stunning photographs and engaging design, Mega Trucks is ideal for boosting the confidence and knowledge of even the most reluctant young reader, allowing them to start discovering facts about their favourite topic for themselves.

    5 in stock

    £6.99

  • Mega Cars

    Award Publications Mega Cars

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisFeaturing the fastest. longest, most amazing machines ever built. and many more besides, Mega Cars engages observation and early skills development through interactive questions, and is both an easy reference tool, and ideal for boosting the reading confidence and skills of even the most reluctant young reader, allowing them to start discovering facts about their favourite topic for themselves.

    2 in stock

    £6.99

  • Boxer Books Big Book of Vehicles

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    Out of stock

    £15.29

  • What on Earth Books Zoom: Construction Site Adventure

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    Out of stock

    £13.49

  • What on Earth Books Space Maps: Your Tour of the Universe

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    Out of stock

    £27.00

  • I Am the Subway

    Scribe Publications I Am the Subway

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisAn Observer Picture Book of the Year A Read for Empathy Collection Choice, chosen by EmpathyLab A cinematic journey through the Seoul subway that masterfully portrays the many unique lives we travel alongside whenever we take the train. A poetic translation of the bestselling Korean picture book. Accompanied by the constant, rumbling ba-dum ba-dum of its passage through the city, the subway has stories to tell. Between sunrise and sunset, it welcomes and farewells people, and holds them — along with their joys, hopes, fears, and memories — in its embrace. Originally published in Korean and brought to English-speaking audiences with the help of renowned translator Deborah Smith (The Vegetarian), I Am the Subway vividly reflects the shared humanity that can be found in crowded metropolitan cities. ★ ‘[S]ensitive, closely observed portraits.’ —Publishers Weekly ★ ‘A contemplative, poignant rendering of everyday journeys.’ —Kirkus Reviews ★ ‘[B]eautiful and unusual.’ —Youth Services Book Review ★ ‘Bewitching.’ —Foreword Reviews ★ ‘A poetic tribute to Seoul and its people, I Am the Subway makes for an unforgettable journey.’ —BookPageTrade Review‘This is one of the finest picture-book portraits of city life that I have ever read, and a beautiful reminder that humans the world over share many of the same worries and emotions, and the same daily rhythms.’ -- Imogen Carter * The Observer *‘In this beautiful and unusual book, first-person narration by a subway tells us all about the regulars who ride its cars in busy Seoul each day. The free-verse passages by the empathetic transportation system have a rhythmic style that recalls the rocking of the cars. Meanwhile, its regular riders each get a short passage to tell their own stories…This book perfectly encapsulates the wonder of crowds; how what looks like a seething mass (on what we learn is one of the world’s largest underground systems), is made up of individuals with unique and touching stories.’ -- Susan Harari * Youth Services Book Review starred review *‘In this picture book, a subway train shares intimate stories while ferrying passengers around Seoul … Watercolour washes establish figures and shapes at once suggestive and formalistic; artful lines and gradations detail features, facial expressions, and hairstyles, defining unique human beings amid a sea of anonymity … A contemplative, poignant rendering of everyday journeys.’ * Kirkus Reviews, starred review *‘A bestselling Korean picture book is translated to bring this entrancing tale of ‘the unique lives of strangers you might never meet again’ to a new audience. Told from the perspective of the Seoul subway, the story peels back layers on the people who board, reminding us that everyone we encounter has a story we don’t know. Bewitching.’ * Foreword starred review *‘This is a love song, a poem to a means of transportation, an excuse to talk about a beloved city and a true invitation to get to meet the people of Seoul, getting to know their names, their joys, their hopes, and of course, the stations they come to and from.’ * Geek Dad *‘[A] celebration of humanity, diversity, and people of all walks of life.’ * Books Grow Minds *‘Journey through the Seoul subway as it ba-dum, ba-dums across the city and dip into the many lives that rely on it each day. Striking the perfect balance of being a universal story while staying deeply rooted in its sense of place, any reader who uses public transportation regularly will see echoes of their experiences in the crowded train cars. The illustrations, soft and expressive, are an important layer to the reading experience, adding more details and colours as the individual stories of each passenger unfolds.’ -- Stephanie Heinz, bookseller at Print Bookstore‘Having lived in South Korea for a couple years I am so happy to read this beautiful celebration of the small moments that happen everyday all around us in the most mundane yet fantastic of places.’ -- Ryan Kimmett, bookseller at Kismet Books‘The subway leads the reader on a journey of the heart, experiencing each new arrival with their story and thus their humanity. Poetic and powerful, this book has led me on not only a journey through Seoul but the experience of moments in the day and a connection to each rider.’ -- Jesica Sweedler-DeHart, librarian at Neill Public Library‘Splendid...Kim’s eloquent, fine-lined watercolour illustrations capture the commuters’ humanity and the beauty in what might otherwise be dismissed as mundane… A poetic tribute to Seoul and its people, I Am the Subway makes for an unforgettable journey.’ -- Julie Danielson * BookPage, starred review *‘Poetic … an enchanting exploration of shared experience through travel … The delicate watercolour paintings perfectly encapsulates the mechanical microcosm of the subway where colours are used to transport the reader into the complex and fascinating lives of the passengers that frequent the train, accentuating that what makes life interesting is the people you share it with.’ -- Fiona Buckley * Irish Examiner *‘A rhythmic, soothing journey that celebrates the unique lives of passing strangers and the transience of the transit experience… luscious and lovely… The watercolour technique of translucent people coming into colour as the train ‘meets’ them is fascinating, and a semi-anthropomorphised narrator who has known some of its passengers since they were born and can recognise others by their shoes alone is captivating and wholly original.’ -- Becca Worthington * Booklist *‘Dazzling … A gorgeous celebration of Seoul and its people.’ * Waking Brain Cells *‘A poetic journey through the Korean subway.’ -- Imogen Carter * The Observer *‘One of the most beautiful books, and it’s narrated all by the actual subway! [A] lovely reminder that everyone we see in passing has a rich backstory.’ * The Tiny Activists *‘This poetic and quietly vivid day in the life of the Seoul subway is one of our absolute favourite books this year.’ -- Avery and Augustine, Books for Diversity‘Absolutely took my breath away … Expressive, tender, cinematic, and unique in so many ways - I've never really read a book like it before … Impossible not to walk away with a sense of wonder with each read.’ * Inclusive Storytime *‘A gorgeous picture book about the lives and thoughts of subway goers. It’s an imaginative picture book that’s beautifully illustrated … an excellent read aloud.’ * Baby Librarians *‘Beautifully highlights how all of us have our own unique story and how public transport brings with it a shared humanity that helps all of those stories intersect whether we realise it or not.’ * Kid Lit is Magic *‘Brilliant … With creamy, cinematic illustrations, this read offers a portrait of individual everyday journeys, reflecting our shared humanity even in the most crowded of metropolitan areas.’ * Mai Story Book Library *‘Magnificent … Kim insightfully acknowledges "the unique lives of strangers you might never meet again" on spread after spectacular watercolour spread, the diverse passengers each caught in a single moment in time … Lucky readers, climb aboard: extraordinary explorations await.’ -- Terry Hong * Shelf Awareness, starred review *‘[S]ensitive, closely observed portraits of Seoul’s subway passengers … in this quiet treasure of a tale, every person in the crowd has a story, a family they love, and dreams they cherish.’ * Publishers Weekly, starred review *‘I Am the Subway encourages us to think about the strangers around us and feel empathy toward them … Watercolour artwork captures both the bustling character of Seoul and the strange, liminal nature of a subway train making it unique and full of personality — perfect for a book that personifies the subway itself.’ * GeekMom *‘The illustrations in I Am the Subway are wonderful, so colourful and detailed, any child will just want to look and look at them. The soft paper makes the delicate water colours even more captivating, like the deeply blue sea Granny has swum in, the cobbler with lots of shoes to repair and the fabulous, brilliant illustration of Na-yoon’s city. This is a glorious book, one to love and cherish and read over and over again.’ -- Gwen Grant * Armadillo Magazine *‘[A] poetic journey through the Korean subway, narrated by the train itself.’ -- The Guardian, best children's books of 2022

    3 in stock

    £11.69

  • On Four Wheels

    Hungry Tomato Ltd On Four Wheels

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisJoin the mechanics on a tour of some of the world's speediest machines on four wheels. Test the speed of shockwave trucks, F1 cars, and many more! Discover... * The truck that can overtake a jet plane* A car that can break the sound barrier* The vehicles that need parachutes to stop...and much, much more!

    15 in stock

    £6.99

  • On Two Wheels

    Hungry Tomato Ltd On Two Wheels

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisJoin the mechanics on a tour of some of the world's speediest machines. It's a race to reveal which bike is fastest. Discover... The fastest motorcycle races in the world What sidecar racing is Cyclists that are breaking records...and much, much more!

    15 in stock

    £6.99

  • In The Air

    Hungry Tomato Ltd In The Air

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisJoin the mechanics for a tour of the fastest flying machines. From spitfires to scramjets, uncover the secrets behind some of the speediest planes. Discover... - The world's fastest jet plane- The ultra-fast planes of the future- The wingsuits that allow you to fly like a bird ...and much, much more!

    1 in stock

    £6.99

  • On The Tracks

    Hungry Tomato Ltd On The Tracks

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisJoin the mechanics on a tour of some of the world's speediest track machines. Test the speed of Maglev trains, Skeleton racers, and many more. Discover... The fastest train in the world The roller coaster with the biggest drop One of the fastest winter sports...and much, much more!

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    £6.99

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