school buses

Pairs words and pictures to teach young readers the basic phonetic applications of the "b" sound.

Follows the progress of school buses as they take children to school and bring them home again.

An assortment of animals, including a goat in a coat, a quick chick, and a hairy bear, ride the bus to and from school.

A boy describes his school bus as a big yellow monster that gobbles up students and takes them to school.

The basics of work ("At work, people use their skills to complete tasks and earn money") open a straightforward introduction. Chapters such as "Driver's Seat," and "Driving Work" describe how important a bus driver's job is to children's safety, and a typical day's work, qualifications, and training. Also discusses vehicle safety features, rider responsibilities, and the history of school buses. Illustrations depict various kinds of buses, including a vintage one.

In her own words, a young girl describes her feelings about starting kindergarten and what she does when she decides not to ride the bus home.

Mrs. Kormel is a weird school bus driver who gets A.J. and his friends so lost that they may never get to school.

Two children pack for the first day of school.

With help from Adam, a boy in her third grade class, Lilley gains enough confidence to stand up to the school bus bully, Mean Maureen Green.

In her own words, a young girl describes her feelings about starting kindergarten and what she does when she decides not to ride the bus home.