Introducing the #1 New York Times bestselling Picture Book
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Perfect for fans of Love and Hello, Lighthouse, The Yellow Bus from #1 New York Times bestselling Loren Long is a tender and hopeful new classic about a forgotten school bus that finds happiness and purpose in the most unexpected places—and in the journey along the way.
There is a bright yellow bus who spends her days driving. She loves carrying children from one important place to another. Every morning they climb in . . . Pitter-patter, pitter-patter, giggle, giggle-patter. And they fill her with joy.
As time passes, things change. The Yellow Bus gets a new driver, a new route, and new passengers, young and old. Until one day the driving stops for good, and the Yellow Bus is left on her own. And yet, no matter where she is, the Yellow Bus still finds joy and discovery in the world around her.
With stirring black-and-white artwork and powerful pops of color, The Yellow Bus is a poignant reflection on the many new beginnings life has to offer.
The Yellow Bus Activity Kit
Enter to win a Back-to-School Kit!
Educators, librarians, and booksellers: Enter to win a Back-to-School Kit inspired by the #1 New York Times bestselling picture book The Yellow Bus by Loren Long! In this kit, you will receive a copy of the book, a poster, and a yellow bus time capsule created from Loren’s original art! Use the time capsule to encourage students to fill the bus with joy all year long!*
No purchase necessary. Open only to legal residents of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia who are age 21 years of age or older. Entry period begins at 11:00 a.m. (ET) on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 and ends at 11:59 PM ET on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Void where prohibited. For full Official Rules, visit https://read.macmillan.com/promo/mcpgyellowbusbacktoschool25sweeps. Sponsored by Macmillan Children’s Publishing Group, 120 Broadway 10271.
The Making of The Yellow Bus
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Praise for The Yellow Bus!
A New York Times Best Book of the Year
An NPR Best Book of the Year
An ALSC Notable Children’s Book
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 Pick
A Bank Street Best Book of the Year
★ “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.” — 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
“An instant classic!” — Colby Sharp
“This is a tour de force—bravo!” — Cathy Berner, Blue Willow Bookshop
