Little Numbers

Reach for this book when your child starts asking how the world was built or expresses a fascination with the giant puzzle of the American map. It is perfect for children who love numbers, engineering, and the concept of how a single idea can transform into a three thousand mile reality. Through the history of the Lincoln Highway, the book explores the birth of modern travel and the determination required to connect thirteen states before cars were common. It highlights the grit of early innovators and the way infrastructure shapes our daily lives. Parents will appreciate how it turns a history lesson into a journey of discovery, blending geography and civil engineering into a narrative about national connection. It is an ideal pick for fostering a sense of wonder about the physical world and the systems that keep us moving.