In 1926, a cross-country highway called Route 66 opened. It connected the eastern US states to the West Coast. This book explores this highway's history and its importance. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.