Little Blue Truck Leads the Way: A City Adventure Story About Teamwork and Kindness for Children (Ages 4–8)

Little Blue Truck book series has been a favorite of my granddaughter. This story shows working together helps everyone to get things done. The fun graphics and storyline keep a toddler engaged.

My takeaway: Don't let people intimidate/rush you just because you're not as big/fast. Each person serves a different purpose. Have patience and takes turns. What a wonderful story. My son enjoyed it and I enjoyed reading it to him.

My 1.5 year old loves the Little Blue Truck Leads the Way as much as the original. Sweet story. Children naturally pick up on stories of the underdog and sympathize with those that are bullied. Seeing that kindness and compassion triumphs is heartwarming, and toddlers can pick up on that message even if they don’t understand every single word. Board books are awesome for little hands still learning to be gentle…

My granddaughters new favorite book! 😍

This is the second "Little Blue Truck" book by the same two author and illustrator. My 18 month old grandson absolutely loves the first "The Little Blue Truck" though he seems to like the pushy dump truck best of all. This is another good book in the series. It is a little over long for him to sit through - he usually gives up at about the time the mayor starts his speech. Can't say I blame him - politicians can put me to sleep, too. I think when he is a bit older he will want to hear the whole story but in the meantime, when he arrives at my house in the morning, these are the two books he grabs first to have me read to him. The story is very cute (and Little Blue saves the day "Beep, beep, beep") and the illustrations are so much fun - especially the mean looking eyes on all of the other vehicles. I never realized how much expression could be given to the front grill of a vehicle. Reading time is so special - he isn't a cuddly child - more of a rambunctious one but he does like to sit on my lap on the rocking chair and have me read him stories pretty much all day long. Unless it is diaper change or nap time, I always make sure to read to him when he wants it. Reading to and then later having your child read to you or to themselves is a fantastic gift. I love this book for young children and look forward to seeing another book (hopefully) in the near future.

I'm sorry, I very much disagree with the reviewers saying this book is too negative and not as good as the first one. My 16 month old son ADORES this book as much as the first and the Spring time book (parents are harsh on that one too but it's my personal favorite cuz it's so fun to read out loud). The art is phenomenal. The overall message is clear and as a parent, it's admirable that even though the Little Blue Truck gets pushed around a bit in the city, he is still so kind and compassionate, offering his help to the Mayor, just as he offered his help to the mean Dump Truck in the first book. Kindness perseveres and he's acknowledged and celebrated for it. I think this is a worthy sequel and it can be made a super fun read with your child. I personally like to give the Mayor a Colonel Sanders accent and have my son celebrate with me at the end for the Little Blue Truck saving the day. And the parents complaining there's no "beep beep beep" at the end? Come on. Lol. Y'all are too harsh on this series, lighten up a little. It's a solid kids book. I almost didn't buy it cuz of these low reviews but I'm so glad I did. And you should too, if you're thinking about it. Your kiddo will love it. Especially if you add accents.

My grandson likes it for the different cars mentioned. My fav Blue truck book is the farm one.

Kids loved the book

My kids (16 months twins) love the first book 'Little Blue Truck'. They always ask for it to be read and follow the story in their own words. So I bought this book too. I think it's a good story, a good change from country to the city. My kids love this book too. Though I think they have to be a little older to appreciate it better. It is a book I will recommend.

I like it

Meu pequeno de 1 ano e 4 meses adora o primeiro livro e este veio pra completar a série! Ele adorou!!!

Great

If you like The Little blue Truck, you will not be disappointed with this follow-on book. It is well written story about a country truck, first time driving into the big city. Of course all the city cars and trucks are always in a rush and have no patience to find an orderly way to let cars pass to avoid major traffic jams. The Little Blue Truck doesn't let them intimidate them and he keeps his cool as well as his manners. He goes on to teach the big city folks that "one at time is the way to go". By setting a good example, he convinces the mayor and his fellow vehicles to change their ways. My boys 2 and 4 love this book and I would highly recommend it.