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The Little Engine That Could

by Watty Piper

A classic story of determination and kindness

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AlbakiReads Editorial

A classic story of determination and kindness

A small blue engine takes on the challenge of pulling a train loaded with wonderful things over a mountain to children waiting on the other side. The simple central predicament gives the story a clear focus on persistence and helping others, themes that have made it a familiar choice for shared family reading. This hardcover edition presents the classic picture-book story by Watty Piper.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 who enjoy classic picture books
  • Families and adults seeking a story to share aloud with young children

Themes

DeterminationKindnessHelping othersShared reading

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Book overview

Make family reading a regular and cherished activity with The Little Engine That Could and READ TOGETHER, BE TOGETHER, a nationwide movement developed by Penguin Random House in partnership with Parents magazine.

The kindness and determination of the Little Blue Engine have inspired millions of children around the world since the story was first published in 1930. Cherished by readers for ninety years, The Little Engine That Could is a classic tale of a little engine that, despite her size, triumphantly pulls a train full of wonderful things to the children waiting on the other side of a mountain. Now parents and educators can introduce the importance of determination and kindness to younger readers with this classic picture book!

Don't miss READ TOGETHER, BE TOGETHER throughout July and be sure to celebrate the importance, and power, of the shared reading experience between an adult and a child.

Picture books in the READ TOGETHER, BE TOGETHER program are available at a low price for a limited time so that families everywhere can make the most of storytime. Other titles include:

  • Horton Hears a Who (Dr. Seuss)
  • Llama Llama Misses Mama (Anna Dewdney)
  • Richard Scarry's Cars and Trucks and Things That Go (Richard Scarry)
  • The Little Engine That Could (Watty Piper)
  • The Very Busy Spider (Eric Carle)
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