My Car

With bright, clear art and prose as clean as Sam the narrator's shiny engine, this preschooler-friendly book explores transportation, the parts of a car, signs and signals, night and day, community, and occupations.

Bright, graphic artwork invites readers to count, name colors and shapes, and follow Sam and his car as they drive through a bustling world from Sam's home in the country to his job in the city. Named to numerous “best of the year” lists, My Car features vehicles, signs and signals, and a surprise ending. "For young children intrigued by cars, this book is simply wonderful."—ALA Booklist

Byron Barton is the celebrated creator of numerous picture books for very young children, including Trucks, My Bus, and Building a House.

Join Sam on a drive from the country to the city and discover:

• Parts of a Car: Learn about the engine, wheels, steering wheel, and more that make Sam’s car run.
• Traffic Signs for Kids: A simple introduction to stop signs, traffic lights, and the rules of the road that help keep everyone safe.
• Colors and Shapes: Spot different colors and shapes in the bright, clear art on every page, perfect for early learning.
• Community Helpers: Follow Sam all the way to his job in the city and find out what important work he does.
• A Fun Surprise Ending: The delightful twist reveals that Sam doesn’t just drive his car—he drives a big yellow bus, too!

Beep! Beep!

My car has wheels. My car has gas. The horn goes beep.

Come take a ride.

An American Library Association Notable Book for Children

Winner of a Parenting Magazine Reading Magic Award

“Vehicle-obsessed toddlers will line up for a ride.” - The Horn Book

“Will survive countless readings.” - Publishers Weekly

“Simply wonderful.” - ALA Booklist