Cover of book Route 66 by Beth Bacon

“Get your kicks with the real history and fun facts  in every state along the route!”

—Laurie Ann Thompson, author of
Emmanuel’s Dream

Travel Route 66 in a book

This picture book isn’t about a highway—it’s about dreamers, artists, inventors, travelers, and everyday heroes whose lives shaped America’s most iconic road.

Every Mile Has a Story.

Who dreamed of connecting Chicago and Los Angeles with one road? 
A
s a boy, Cy Avery bounced across muddy wagon trails, imagining a better way to cross the USA. His idea became Route 66.

You’ll find that story, and more, in Route 66 Faces And Places Along America’s Most Famous Road. 

Here’s What People Are Saying

“What a way to see the USA! I loved reading this freewheeling frolic across the country.”
—Dana J. Sullivan, author of My Red Velvet Cape 

“A charming journey down Route 66 that shows every landmark holds a human story and a touch of wonder.”
—Suma Subramaniam, author of The Runaway Dosa

“Combines humor and well-researched facts to immerse young readers in the history of this famous roadway.”
— Laurie Wallmark, author of Journey To The Stars

SCHEDULE AN AUTHOR VISIT TODAY

It’s the 100th anniversary of Route 66. Bring history to life by using this book in your classroom. 

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Author Beth Bacon with Students

Book your author visit today. Choose from my “Map Your World” or “Read & Remember Route 66” Programs. Ideal for grades 1 – 4. This book is aligned to MO and IL state standards for Social Studies and ELA.

Info for Schools, Libraries & Media

Click below for lesson plans, programs, MO state standards, and sell sheet.

Map Your
World
Lesson Plan

Read & Remember
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Read and Remember presentation for Book "Route 66" by beth bacon

MO. State
Standards
Alignment

Book
Sell Sheet
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Beth Bacon Author Sales sheet for book "Route 66"