Route 66 Picture Book
Beth Bacon(Author)
Reedy Press
Will be published approx. on 15. August 2026
Book
Hardback
32 pages
978-1-68106-677-6 (ISBN)
Description
Route 66 might be the most famous highway in the world. Not just because of where it goes but because of the unforgettable people along the way. Hop in and meet a boy who dreamed of a road stretching across America, a songwriter who turned a road trip into a hit tune, and a man who built a giant blue whale as a surprise gift. Hit the road with the artist who gave Route 66 its folksy style, the cartoonist who was inspired by the desert sands, everyday heroes who welcomed weary travelers, and even a rusty tow truck that became a Hollywood star. Around every bend, from Chicago to LA, there's something new to discover: quirky roadside attractions, delicious treats, ghost towns, inventions, neon signs, national parks, and more. Full of fun facts and larger-than-life, real-world characters, this story celebrates the faces and places that changed Route 66 from an ordinary road to an extraordinary part of American history. OR Come along for a ride on Route 66! Come along and make new friends! Meet a boy who dreamed of a road stretching across America. Come along and sing together! Hear about a songwriter who turned a road trip into a hit tune. Come along and draw together! See the artist who gave Route 66 its folksy style, and the cartoonist who was inspired by the desert sands. Come along and celebrate together! Meet the youth who won a footrace across the USA. Come along and head to the movies! Watch a rusty tow truck and a rodeo hero turn into Hollywood stars. Come along and make new friends! Greet Alberta Ellis and Lillian Redman, who welcomed weary travelers. Come along and explore together. Discover the natural beauty of the Grand Canyon, the Petrified Forest, and the Painted Desert. On Route 66, there's so much to see and so many people to meet. With every rise and dip, every curve and every straightaway, every road sign and neon light, Route 66 calls. Come along for the ride.
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Language
English
Target group
Children/juvenile
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Cloth over boards
ISBN-13
978-1-68106-677-6 (9781681066776)
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Person
Beth Bacon is an award-winning author dedicated to inspiring today's kids with books, graphic novels, and a brand-new podcast called A, Z And Everyone In Between. Beth holds an MFA from VCFA, an MA from NYU, and a BA from Harvard University. Beth has lived in 6 states and 3 countries. Her adventurous spirit fuels her mission to make reading fun and accessible for every child. Find her at BethBaconAuthor.com.