Praise for The Yellow Bus
An Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller
A #1 Indie Bestseller
An ALSC Notable Children's Book
A New York Times Best Book of the Year
An NPR Best Book of the Year
A New York Magazine Best Book of the Year
A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year
A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year
A Booklist Editors Choice
An Evanston Public Library Great Book for Kids
A Bank Street Best Book of the Year
Three Starred Reviews
“With shades of The Giving Tree—its sweep and bittersweetness, but none of the greed—The Yellow Bus emphasizes service over self sacrifice. It functions as a sweet and speedy bedtime story, but a peek under the hood reveals a powerful engine.” —The New York Times Book Review
"A profound meditation on the passage of time. When the ride is over, readers will emerge feeling wiser, kinder and, like the title character, filled with joy." —NPR
"Echoes of The Giving Tree and other stories that mark the bittersweetness of accepting the change that comes with time." —New York Magazine
★ "A must-purchase, this book will leave readers looking at objects around them differently long after its covers are closed." —School Library Journal, starred review
★ "A moving contemplation on the passage of time, The Yellow Bus skillfully drives home the joys of a well-lived life of purpose." —Booklist, starred review
★ "All kids will benefit from the added introspection of the seemingly mundane in the world around them." —Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (BCCB) , starred review
"A steady paean to time’s passing and the pleasures found along the way." —Kirkus Reviews
"A saga that paves way for discussions about utility and repurposing, social and structural priorities, change over time, and more." —Publishers Weekly
"A meditation on the passage of time while finding purpose in all seasons of life." —Horn Book Magazine
“A memorable picture book that’s likely to become another modern classic.” —Book Riot
“There’s a long tradition in children’s literature of relating how a creature or object changes hands and purposes over many years. The distinguished illustrator Loren Long adds to the genre with The Yellow Bus.” —The Wall Street Journal
“An instant classic!” —Colby Sharp
“This is a tour de force—bravo!” —Cathy Berner, Blue Willow Bookshop
The Yellow Bus features sound design and special effects to enhance your listening enjoyment. Listen out for the sound of children getting on the bus and bleating goats.
From #1 New York Times bestselling and beloved creator Loren Long, The Yellow Bus is a tender and heartfelt ode to educators.
There is a bright yellow bus who spends her days driving. She loves carrying children from one important place to another. But as time passes, things change: new drivers, new routes, and new passengers. Yet, no matter where she is, the Yellow Bus finds joy and discovery in the world around her-and in those she helps along the way.
The Yellow Bus is a story filled with gratitude for the teachers, mentors, coaches and many more who inspire and empower little ones every day. Perfect for fans of Dear Teacher and Because I Had a Teacher, this new classic from Loren Long is a beautiful celebration of educators and all they do.
A Macmillan Audio production from Roaring Brook Press.
The Yellow Bus features sound design and special effects to enhance your listening enjoyment. Listen out for the sound of children getting on the bus and bleating goats.
From #1 New York Times bestselling and beloved creator Loren Long, The Yellow Bus is a tender and heartfelt ode to educators.
There is a bright yellow bus who spends her days driving. She loves carrying children from one important place to another. But as time passes, things change: new drivers, new routes, and new passengers. Yet, no matter where she is, the Yellow Bus finds joy and discovery in the world around her-and in those she helps along the way.
The Yellow Bus is a story filled with gratitude for the teachers, mentors, coaches and many more who inspire and empower little ones every day. Perfect for fans of Dear Teacher and Because I Had a Teacher, this new classic from Loren Long is a beautiful celebration of educators and all they do.
A Macmillan Audio production from Roaring Brook Press.
Editorial Reviews
Product Details
| BN ID: | 2940159529923 |
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| Publisher: | Macmillan Audio |
| Publication date: | 06/25/2024 |
| Edition description: | Unabridged |
| Age Range: | Up to 4 Years |
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