No Wheels category: 1579 books

Cover of Engineering Wonders Submarines and Submersibles
by Joanne Mattern
Language: English
Release Date: February 1, 2019

In Submarines and Submersibles, readers will be introduced to the engineering concepts that are involved in underwater vehicle design. This fact- and photo-filled book explains how submarine and submersibles are developed, how they work, and the different ways in which they are used. The Engineering...
Cover of Iron Rails, Iron Men, and the Race to Link the Nation

Iron Rails, Iron Men, and the Race to Link the Nation

The Story of the Transcontinental Railroad

by Martin W. Sandler
Language: English
Release Date: September 8, 2015

Experience the race of rails to link the country—and meet the men behind this incredible feat—in a riveting story about the building of the transcontinental railroad, brought to life with archival photos. In the 1850s, gold fever swept the West, but people had to walk, sail, or ride horses...
Cover of Toot!
by Kirsten Hall
Language: English
Release Date: May 16, 2013

Toot is a little red train who wishes he were as big and strong and fast as the other trains in the railroad yard. Try as he might, he's never able look as mighty, pull as much, or go as fast as all the others. But when there's trouble on the track, Toot learns that sometimes being small and slow and steady is just what's needed. A great read-aloud book for bedtime or anytime.
Cover of London Unlocked
by Emily Kerr Joshua Perry
Language: English
Release Date: April 4, 2011

Would you like to know where you can stare a T.rex in the eye taste the worlds best cupcake or sleep on a pirate ship? The answers are all in London Unlocked a funny and irreverent guidebook for children aged 7 to 11 which was designed with input from over 200 kids.
Cover of Straphanging in the USA: Trolleys and Subways in American Life
by Martin W. Sandler
Language: English
Release Date: September 4, 2003

A riveting look at the evolution of transportation in American cities, Straphanging in America begins with an examination of the horsecar and omnibus, then traces the extraordinary impact of the cable car, elevated railway, interurban, and subway on city life -- and the nation. Capturing peoples imaginations...
Cover of Flying over the USA

Flying over the USA

Airplanes in American Life

by Martin W. Sandler
Language: English
Release Date: July 3, 2003

Once purely for adventure, flight has become an integral part of everyday life. Beginning with the first hot air balloon flight to jet fighter planes of today, Sandler traces man's quest to conquer the blue skies. This book has a wealth of beautiful illustrations that give readers an extensive peek into...
Cover of The Sinking of the Titanic and Other Shipwrecks
by David West, Anita Ganeri
Language: English
Release Date: December 15, 2011

An exciting collection of true stories about shipwrecks and nautical disasters, this dramatically illustrated book relates tales of the sinking and salvage of the Titanic and nine other ships from throughout history. Each chapter provides a wealth of background information and fascinating photographs...
Cover of What's Great about Maryland?
by Anita Yasuda
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2015

What's so great about Maryland? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Old Line State! We'll explore Maryland's popular seaside, exciting museums, beautiful state parks, and lively history. The Maryland by Map feature shows where you'll find all the places covered in the book. A...
Cover of What's Great about Michigan?
by Anita Yasuda
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2015

What's so great about Michigan? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Great Lake State! We'll explore Michigan's popular lakes, gorgeous parks, exciting cities, and fun history. The Michigan by Map feature shows where you'll find all the places covered in the book. A special section...
Cover of The Lonely Planet Kids Travel Book

The Lonely Planet Kids Travel Book

Mind-Blowing Stuff on Every Country in the World

by Lonely Planet Kids
Language: English
Release Date: September 1, 2015

Take a world tour through 200 countries with this brand new edition of the bestselling kids' version of Lonely Planet's popular The Travel Book, loaded with thousands of amazing facts on wildlife, how people live, sports, hideous and mouthwatering food, festivals and a wide range of other quirky insights...
Cover of How Do Helicopters Work?
by Jennifer Boothroyd
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2017

Helicopters can take off from almost anywhere and change directions quickly. They can even hover. But how do they stay in the air? And how do pilots control these special aircraft? Read this book to find out!
Cover of Titanic’s Passengers and Crew
by Alex Giannini
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 2018

It was 2:00 A.M. on April 15, 1912, in the middle of the icy Atlantic Ocean. Eventeen year- old Jack Thayer stood on the slanted deck of the RMS Titanic and weighed his options—Jump, or die, he thought. The huge ship had just struck an iceberg and was taking on water. Making matters worse, all the...
Cover of What's Great about Arkansas?
by Darice Bailer
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2014

What's so great about Arkansas? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Natural State! Explore Arkansas's mountains, forests, big cities, and rich history. The Arkansas by Map feature shows where you'll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state...
Cover of I Have Things That Move | 我有可以动的东西
by Ayotunde Agoro, Gloria Ng, Emily Ng
Language: English
Release Date: July 28, 2017

 「我有可以动的东西」[I HAVE THINGS THAT MOVE] 是第二本孩子的书在中英双语的「点点朋友书籍」[Dots and Friends Series],有繁体版与简体版,电子书和平装书。有声读物版本是广东话,普通话和英语出版。注册新的发布更新:http://eepurl.com/b_etIj...
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