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From master storyteller Tom Angleberger and celebrated illustrator John Hendrix comes this playful narrative that treasures the journey over the destination, with lots of planes, trains, and automobiles to boot.Review"Henry's gentle, mixed-media illustrations bring out the humor of the situation when good intentions meet mismatched expectations. . . . Repetition and rhythm make this an easy read-aloud."and#8212;School Library Journal"Henry makes the nighttime forest look soft, warm, and welcoming, perfect for soothing little human children to sleep."and#8212;The Horn Book Magazine"A sweet addition to the bedtime-book shelf."and#8212;KirkusReview" A standout picture book, especially for those who like wheels with their dreams" - Booklist, starred reviewReview"This book is a treasure." -Testy Yet Trying blogReview"Rinker's rhythmic verse reinforces the vehicles' love of their work (Dump Truck "moves the dirt/ from place to place,/ Then dumps it with a happy face") and, like Lichtenheld's art, deftly balances the story's boisterous and drowsy elements. Truck lovers will happily nod off to the strains of this read-aloud." - Publishers WeeklyReview"Perfect for sleepers who are more fascinated by the motorized and muddy than by the soft and fluffy. A certain subset of parents and grandparents will see this book and shout, "At last!" - Chicago TribuneReview"Lichtenheld's detailed and textured illustrations, rendered in wax oil pastels on vellum paper, perfectly complement the fun, rhyming text, cleverly personifying each truck with expressive eyes and amusing details. ...Recommended for vehicle- and bedtime-themed storytimes, this is sure to be a hit with truck-loving preschoolers." - School Library Journal, starred reviewReview"If your little reader is mad for trucks, you must get this gem of a book!" -SweetOnBooks.comReview"Gentle rhymes and soft-colored pictures of favorite trucks are the perfect way to lull any child into sweet dreams." - Bookmarkable blog,Review"For all those youngsters who feel coziest with a cement mixer jammed into an armpit and a dump truck wedged at their feet, Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site might be the best bedtime book ever." - Hampton RoadsReview"An ideal bedtime book for all those truck-loving toddlers and preschoolers! ...If there's a truck fan in your family, this is a great pick... Drive it to the top of your pile of story time truck reads as well." - Waking Brain Cells blogReview"A great read-aloud story as you are settling your child in for the night." -About.comReview"A delightful debut." - The New York TimesReview" Truck-loving kids will respond to this take on settling down to sleep. " - The Horn Book GuideReviewPraise for Red Truck and#8220;With a well-crafted text spiced with sound effects, this appealing picture book is highly recommended for reading aloud to the truck-loving crowd.and#8221;and#8212;Booklist, starred reviewReviewandquot;Hendrixand#39;s richly detailed, brightly colored spreads make the book visually engaging.andquot;ReviewSTARRED REVIEW andquot;Anglebergerandrsquo;s sly charmer is a gift to any reader besotted with engines, motors, and combustible fuel...Itandrsquo;s an unabashed celebration of the pleasure of using big machines to move things aroundandmdash;just because.andquot;SynopsisThe #1 New York Times bestsellerAs the sun sets behind the big construction site, all the hardworking trucks get ready to say goodnight. One by one, Crane Truck, Cement Mixer, Dump Truck, Bulldozer, and Excavator finish their work and lie down to rest-so they'll be ready for another day of rough and tough construction play! With irresistible artwork by best-selling illustrator Tom Lichtenheld and sweet, rhyming text, this book will have truck lovers of all ages begging for more.And don't forget! Crunch, vroom, beep, yawn and snore along with Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site SOUND BOOK. Available now.SynopsisThe #1 New York Times bestselling children's book A standout picture book, especially for those who like wheels with their dreams. --Booklist, starred review As the sun sets behind the big construction site, all the hardworking trucks get ready to say goodnight. One by one, Crane Truck, Cement Mixer, Dump Truck, Bulldozer, and Excavator finish their work and lie down to rest--so they'll be ready for another day of rough and tough construction play - Author Sherri Duskey Rinker's sweet rhyming text soothes little ones into a peaceful rest- Full of irresistible artwork by illustrator Tom Lichtenheld- Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site is the perfect read-aloud This popular, timeless nighttime story continues to delight families everywhere - Ideal for children ages 3 to 5 years old- Great for young construction fans- This adorable hardcover bedtime book is a go-to gift for any occasionSynopsisThe #1 New York Times bestselling children's book and beloved bedtime story As the sun sets behind the big construction site, all the hardworking trucks get ready to say goodnight. One by one, Crane Truck, Cement Mixer, Dump Truck, Bulldozer, and Excavator finish their work and lie down to rest--so they'll be ready for another day of rough and tough construction play Even the roughest, toughest readers will want to turn off their engines, rest their wheels, and drift to sleep with this sweet and soothing story. Vibrant illustrations and gentle rhyming text make this construction book for kids a surefire bedtime favorite. WILDLY POPULAR CHILDREN'S AND TODDLER BOOKS: Since its debut more than a decade ago, Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site and the series of books it launched have become beloved favorites of kids and parents alike, with millions of copies sold. This popular, timeless nighttime story continues to delight families everywhere STANDOUT PICTURE BOOK: This delightful construction truck book is hailed by Booklist, in its starred review, as "especially for those who like wheels with their dreams." PERFECT READ-ALOUD: Author Sherri Duskey Rinker's sweet rhyming text and irresistible artwork by illustrator Tom Lichtenheld soothe little ones into a peaceful rest. This delightful kids book is perfect for little ones who can't get enough of construction stories, day or night Can't get enough of these tough trucks? Many more titles in bestselling book series, including Mighty, Mighty Construction Site, Construction Site: Road Crew, Coming Through , and Three Cheers for Kid McGear are available now Perfect for: Young truck, tractor, and construction fans Emerging preschool and kindergarten readers Gift for birthday, baby shower, and any occasion Readers who love classic children's books by authors such as Dr. Seuss, Chris Van Dusen, Kevin Henkes, and Sandra Boynton Fans of books about vehicles like Little Blue Truck, Thomas the Tank Engine, and Diggersaurs SynopsisA comical fleet of fourteen food trucks is rolling into town in this fun and informativeand#160;picture book about the street food craze.and#160;Mark Todd's cartoon illustrations and rhyming text introduceand#160;this culinaryand#160;convoy as they take toand#160;the streetsand#160;serving up yummy treatsand#160;and some surprising facts about America's contemporary chuckwagons.Synopsis"Talk about your meals on wheels!"and#160;Aand#160;convoy of comic food trucks is heading your way, serving up a mouthful ofand#160;good eatsand#160;with aand#160;side of humor and verse.and#160;They've got everything fromand#160;french fries to falafel. You can sample sushi. Build a burger. Eat an empanada!and#160;There's a food truck flavor to satisfy every appetite in this comically illustrated picture bookand#160;with rhyming text.and#160;A fun andand#160;informative homage to tasty treats and transportation.and#160;Additional fun facts on food history andand#160;nutrition are also peppered throughout the book.SynopsisCan Mouse's perenially well-intentioned pals help him catch some much-needed Z's?Synopsis Itand#8217;s time for bed, but Mouse is wide awake. If a forest full of friends who curl and cuddle, drift and snuggle, canand#8217;t lull poor Mouse to sleep, what will help Mouse say good night? This endearing story of friendship, with irresistible artwork by the New York Times best-selling illustrator Jed Henry, is the charming companion to Cheer Up, Mouse!.SynopsisThese noisy robots make the alphabet a hilarious adventure! In this noisy alphabet book, Adam F. Watkinss silly robots are building the alphabet. Featuring hilarious robots making goofy noises, this alphabet book is perfect for young readers.Synopsis When a teacher gets stuck at the top of the Ferris wheel at the fair, cranes and planes canand#8217;t reach her. The only one who might have a chance is Yellow Copter! and#160; With a rollicking rhyme and candy-colored illustrations, this is the perfect read-aloud for any fan of machines that are big, make loud noises, or flyand#151;or all three at once.About the AuthorAdam F. Watkins has always had a passion for making pictures, for singing the alphabet song, and for robots. So it was no surprise to his friends and family that the first picture book he wrote and illustrated is about letters and, of course, robots. Adam lives in Southern Ohio with his wife and their two children. Whenever hes not creating awesome and hilarious books, hes thinking about new awesome and hilarious books. Although he has never successfully built a working robot (yet), he did master the alphabet at the age of five. www.adamfwatkins.com