Book Series · 10 Books

Lightning Bolt Books Books

In order from Pickup Trucks on the Move to Look Inside a Train.

Pickup Trucks on the Move
The Empire State Building
The Grand Canyon
Pink Everywhere
Cool Kid Businesses
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Pickup Trucks on the Move
Sale price
$2799
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2004

Pickup Trucks on the Move

By Jeffrey Zuehlke

Discover the power and versatility of pickup trucks in action.

32 pages· 523 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
Library Binding
Summary: Explore the world of pickup trucks as they conquer off-road trails and haul heavy loads. Uncover how these mighty machines operate and the secrets behind their powerful performance. Dive into the Vroom-Vroom series for an exciting journey through the mechanics and uses of these incredible vehicles. What makes them so essential, and how do drivers master their control? Find out in this engaging exploration of pickup trucks.
The complete set

Lightning Bolt Books Series

10 books · Published 2004–2024

Pickup Trucks on the Move
Series
Sale price
$2799

Pickup Trucks on the Move

Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2004

Discover the power and versatility of pickup trucks in action.

The Empire State Building
Series
Sale price
$958

The Empire State Building

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2009

Discover the secrets behind the Empire State Building's creation.

The Grand Canyon
Series
Sale price
$2912

The Grand Canyon

Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2010

Discover the ancient secrets and vast wonders of the Grand Canyon's formation.

Pink Everywhere
Series
Sale price
$2799

Pink Everywhere

Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2010

Discover the vibrant world of pink in nature, food, and more.

Cool Kid Businesses
Series
Sale price
$958

Cool Kid Businesses

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2020

Young entrepreneurs share secrets to turning dreams into reality.

Look Inside a Train
Series
Sale price
$958

Look Inside a Train

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2024

Discover the secrets of trains and their vital role in our world.

Japanese Spider Crabs
Series
Sale price
$2785

Japanese Spider Crabs

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2024

Discover the secrets of the deep-dwelling Japanese spider crab.

Whale Sharks
Series
Sale price
$2785

Whale Sharks

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2024

Discover the secrets of the ocean's largest fish.

Saltwater Crocodiles
Series
Sale price
$2785

Saltwater Crocodiles

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2024

Uncover the secrets of the world's largest reptiles on the hunt.

Komodo Dragons
Series
Sale price
$2785

Komodo Dragons

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2024

Uncover the deadly secrets of the world's largest lizards.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Lightning Bolt Books series?

There are 10 books in the Lightning Bolt Books series. It began with Pickup Trucks on the Move in 2004, and the newest book, Look Inside a Train, was published in 2024.

What ages are the Lightning Bolt Books books best for?

The series is best for ages 6–9, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Lightning Bolt Books to life.

01

Jeffrey Zuehlke

Author
02

Lisa Bullard

Author
03

Kristin Sterling

Author
04

Laura Hamilton Waxman

Author

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