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The Little Train

by Lois Lenski

A train’s working day, from Tinytown to the city

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AlbakiReads Editorial

A train’s working day, from Tinytown to the city

Engineer Small’s route between Tinytown and the city gives the book a clear framework for introducing how a train operates. The journey includes tunnels and station stops, where the train takes on cargo and passengers. Lois Lenski’s original illustrations appear in full color in this board-book edition, with abridged text that keeps the focus on the train’s route and work.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Young children interested in trains and mechanical things
  • Families seeking a board book about rail travel
  • Adults sharing a familiar picture-book classic with young children

Themes

Trains and rail travelHow a working train operatesJourneys and station stops

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Book overview

Mr. Small does it all! This updated, full-color board book edition of Lois Lenski's classic picture book is perfect for little train conductors.

"Lois Lenski's picture books are a delight to little children [who] are fascinated by mechanical things."--The New York Times

Engineer Small drives his little train from Tinytown to the city and back in this classic adventure, now available as a board book. Along the way, the little train passes tunnels and stops at stations to pick up cargo and passengers, delighting a whole new generation of readers as they learn all about the ins and outs of a working train. Abridged text paired with full-color versions of Lois Lenski's original bright and charming art makes an irresistible choice for kids . . . and even nostalgic parents and grandparents!
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