About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is transfixed by the humming activity of a construction site or the bustling tarmac of an airport. It is a perfect choice for children who find comfort in order, process, and understanding how the big world works through small, manageable parts. The story follows five specialized trucks as they perform unique tasks to prepare a plane for flight. Beyond the mechanical details, the book highlights the beauty of quiet cooperation and the pride of a job well done. It is an ideal read for preschoolers and early elementary students who are moving from simple object identification to an interest in complex systems and teamwork. Parents will appreciate how Brian Floca turns a busy industrial setting into a rhythmic, almost meditative preparation for a journey.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
This is a strictly secular, objective look at technology and labor. There are no sensitive topics or emotional conflicts presented.
Ideal Reader
A four-year-old child who loves 'things that go' but is ready for more technical vocabulary. It is also excellent for a child who might feel anxious about an upcoming first flight, as it demystifies the loud noises and busy activity seen through an airport window.
Parent Prep
No specific preparation is needed. The book can be read cold, though parents should be prepared to pause and look at the detailed illustrations which contain subtle visual storytelling about the people operating the machines. A parent might choose this after their child points excitedly at a service vehicle on the road or asks 'what is that man doing?' while waiting at a terminal gate.
