This classic story first published in 1930, is still one of the best selling children's books of all time. It's often one of the first books added to a baby's bookshelf and a popular baby shower gift. This book's messages are timeless.... believe in yourself... keep trying.
While there have been a number of different versions of the illustrations, the story has remained the same with each new publication. Your child will not only relate to all the toys the train carries, but also to the problem and ensuing struggles the train encounters. Before the story is over both you and your child will be cheering for this little train's success. Additional Learning Resources
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teddy
mountain clown doll |
train
track apple orange |
blue
giraffe elephant engine |
Watch & LearnClick below to watch a YouTube video containing tips on reading this book with your child. You'll learn where in the story to ask great questions and how to introduce new words. The video also shares ideas for taking the learning beyond the book.
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Make an Engine and Tracks
Go to Parents Magazine and check out the easy instructions for making this train engine and tracks. Here's my idea for customizing this craft...challenge your child to create additional train cars that resemble those in the story. Maybe even include faces on the train cars or add toys similar to those in the story.
Sure you can go out and buy a train set, but isn't it so much more empowering for your child to build one for herself?
Go to Parents Magazine and check out the easy instructions for making this train engine and tracks. Here's my idea for customizing this craft...challenge your child to create additional train cars that resemble those in the story. Maybe even include faces on the train cars or add toys similar to those in the story.
Sure you can go out and buy a train set, but isn't it so much more empowering for your child to build one for herself?
Cooking Together

Create a Train Cake
This special cake creation was found within the Parenting Magazine website.
The complete instructions are found on the site, just click the link above. Consider making this a joint effort by including your child in the shopping for all the special treats needed to make this train truly come to life.
Another idea would be to use engine colors similar to those found within the pages of the book.
This special cake creation was found within the Parenting Magazine website.
The complete instructions are found on the site, just click the link above. Consider making this a joint effort by including your child in the shopping for all the special treats needed to make this train truly come to life.
Another idea would be to use engine colors similar to those found within the pages of the book.
Playthings

Adding an element of play is a great way to deepen the understanding of concepts they learned within the story.
Why I Love This Toy:
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Why I Love This Toy:
- no batteries
- encourages imaginative play
- teaches the alphabet
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"Children are made readers on the laps of their parents." — Emilie Buchwald