Let's Go for a Drive! facts for kids

Let's Go for a Drive! is a super fun children's book written by the famous author Mo Willems. It was published in 2012 and is part of his very popular Elephant and Piggie series. In this book, you'll meet two best friends: Gerald the elephant and Piggie the pig, who are ready for an exciting adventure!

The Story of the Drive

In Let's Go for a Drive!, Gerald the elephant and Piggie the pig decide they want to go for a drive. Gerald, being the more cautious one, thinks they need to be totally prepared. He starts making a list of everything they'll need for their big trip.

They gather lots of items! This includes bags for their stuff, a map so they don't get lost, cool sunglasses for sunny days, and even umbrellas in case it rains. As they collect all these things, Gerald and Piggie get really excited and start singing about their upcoming adventure.

But then, they hit a little problem. After all that planning and singing, they realize they don't actually have a car! Gerald gets pretty upset about this. It seems like their big plans might be ruined.

Luckily, Piggie is full of great ideas! Piggie comes up with a clever suggestion that makes everything better. It shows how even when things don't go as planned, a good friend can help you find a new way to have fun.

Awards and Recognition

Let's Go for a Drive! received special recognition for its wonderful storytelling and illustrations.

Geisel Award

In 2013, the book was named a runner-up for the prestigious Geisel Award. The Geisel Award is given each year to the most outstanding American book for beginning readers. It's named after Theodor Seuss Geisel, who you might know better as Dr. Seuss! Being a runner-up means the book was considered one of the very best for helping young kids learn to read and enjoy stories.