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How did your grandparents travel around? When did flying abroad become popular? When did people start to worry about the number of cars on the road? Find all the answers and more in this book about how transportation has changed since the 1950s.

Un petit train qui avance et qui triomphe des difficultés grâce à ses efforts et à son courage... une histoire toute simple qui parle aux petits. C'est aujourd'hui le premier voyage de Petit train ! Il s'élance vaillamment, mais bientôt la pente devient raide, et le vent et la neige se déchaînent. Le petit train va avoir besoin de tout son courage pour arriver à destination.

With drone use soaring, remotely piloted aircraft have captured people’s imaginations. Militaries, businesses, and hobbyists are continually finding new ways to use UAVs and develop their technology. Drones in some countries now deliver food and packages. Young listeners will find out about exciting drone technology improvements and what they might lead to in the future.

With this aircraft, you can soar like a giant bird. Glide right in to get the facts on hang gliders.

This book provides young listeners with exciting information on the most modern US military aircraft.

Racing fans love to watch sports cars whirl around the track. Discover how these amazing machines have evolved from their early days and into some of the fastest cars on the track.

Pour mon bolide ? Pas besoin de plans compliqués : j'ai tout dans la tête. Bien sûr, ça prend des vis et des vis avant de tenir droit. Parfois ça marche, parfois pas, mais je tire la langue pour que ça roule. C'est ça, le secret des championnes ! Mamie croyait sûrement que j'allais me dégonfler, mais... Une petite fille relève les deux défis lancés par sa mamie : un, construire une voiture de course et deux, remporter son duel avec elle.

The submarine was now down, inside the watery canyon, and picking up speed. Out of the corner of his eye, Tim saw something dark, and sinister sweep by.....The five Wright cousins have a submarine, and they know how to use it! But the deeper they go, the more mysterious Lake Pinecone becomes. Something is wrecking boats on the lake, and it’s downright scary. Will they find the secret, before it’s too late? It’s “up periscope” and “man the torpedoes”, as the fun-loving Wright cousins dive into this fun new adventure.

Listeners will learn over 100 facts about military land vehicles, such as tanks, armored cars, motorcycles, and patrol buggies.

Reaching speeds of 230 miles per hour, Indy cars are the fastest automobiles on the world’s racecourses. But besides being speedy, Indy cars are modern technological marvels. Find out how even the tiniest tweaks can mean the difference between winning and losing.

Get there in a flash with the speediest way to travel. Listen for the facts on jet planes.

Im südlichen Polarmeer sichten Rick, Ava und Emilio plötzlich einen Eisberg! Ein geheimer Gang tief unter der Wasseroberfläche führt sie mitten hinein ins Innere des Berges. Dort machen sie eine unglaubliche Entdeckung: Hier leben Dinosaurier! Doch noch mehr Überraschungen erwarten die drei Abenteurer. Und bald beginnt ein gefährlicher Wettlauf mit der Zeit... Teil 6 der spannenden Reihe von Bestsellerautor Ulf Blanck ("Die drei ??? Kids") für Abenteurer, Wasserratten und Leichtmatrosen - ungekürzt gelesen von Oliver Rohrbeck.

These aircraft use the water as a runway. Dip inside for the facts on seaplanes.

Listen to the story of how Wilbur and Orville Wright developed, tested, and successfully flew the first powered airplane.

The first car with a gas engine had only three wheels. What were early cars like and who made them? Find out about the first electric car, the first car race, Henry Ford's Model T, and more.

Dirt bike racers don't let anything stand in their way as they blaze to the finish line. Tight turns, steep hills, or huge jumps - these riders brave them all. Take a look at dirt bikes, how they work, and the races they compete in.

How did Ellison Onizuka become an astronaut? Listeners will learn all about how this famous Asian American went from Air Force pilot to NASA astronaut in this low-leveled biography.

Float through the sky under a giant, colorful balloon! Listen for the facts on hot air balloons.

The US Air Force is a powerful military force. But there is more to this high-flying military branch than you might imagine. These surprising facts about the US Air Force will amaze you.

For a chopper owner, it’s not speed that matters. It’s all about showing off your personal style. Some riders spend years building their one of a kind creations. Find out what it takes to build these two wheeled dream machines, from the sparkling chrome to the custom paint jobs.