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accurate representations of trains for reading to toddlers
This short board book is sure to be a hit with little train lovers. It is very sturdy and each 2-page spread depicts at least 2 train cars. Because this is a Lionel book, the illustrations of the various cars are very accurate and more detailed than other train board books that are on the market (some of which are very cartoon-y and not true to life in appearance). Little Red Caboose Chug, Chug, Chug
As a child I loved the song Little Red Caboose.Now as a mother I am teaching this song to my two year old.We were delighted to find such a colorful and accurate book of all the train cars, including the red caboose.Now when my son sees a train, he immediately break out into songand wants to read his Little Red Caboose book.The book is excellent forteaching colors and the pictures are sure to delight very young readers. It is good to be able to tell a child about the way trains use to be. ... Read more

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My Son Loves It
It's no secret among (most) parents of Thomas enthusiasts that Britt Allcroft is a horrible writer. For those unfamiliar, Britt Allcroft is a British lady who has written stories, capitalzing on the Thomas the Tank Engine series written by Rev. W. Awdry. She has made a bundle, judging by all the Thomas train sets, DVD's, books, and other paraphanalia.
What a mess
This book is just plain awful. My kids seem to like it, but personally I try to avoid reading it to them, the story is just too incoherent. Basically, it's a short summary of the movie (which is almost as bad). Also, for some unknown reason the "creators" of the book (and movie) introduces characters and situations that just don't match the Thomas universe that I'm familiar with (the whole concept of the "villain" Diesel 10 as well as Mr. Conductor and thegold dust thing just doesn't work for me). On the other hand, Lady is a wonderful character which is way underdeveloped.

If my son didn't really like it, I'd give it 0 stars
I have to agree with the previous reviewer who said this book is disjointed.I cringe everytime I read it to my son (2 yrs).He likes it so we read it most nights before bed.Read more

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Where She Stops, Does Anyone Know?
This rhyming book tells the tale of Engine Number Nine on a destination unknown. Along the way a variety of passengers are picked up; from farmers and their pigs, to mothers and their crying babies, to an entire marching band. Where is the train full of motley passengers going? That's the simple riddle in this easy to follow story. The colorful illustrations are fun to look at and add a dash of flavor to this playful book.

train ride to the fair, rhyming text
Rhyming text about people and farm animals getting on the passenger coach (led by a steam train). We know not where they are going. Finally it is revealed that they are going to the fair. Animals walk upright and eat cotton candy and do other human activities. All get on the train and snooze for the train ride home. I love the rhyming text, the fact that it is about a train ride, and that they are going to a fair. Trains and fairs are two of my son's favorite things so this book is a big hit in our house! Easy to read again and again
This is one of our 2 year old's favorite books.She will sit still for this one with all its rhyming and detailed illustrations of a train that picks up various passengers on the way to the county fair.As parents, weeven enjoy reading "Engine, Engine" again & again...... ... Read more

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Breath taking picutres
A wonderful picture book of this steam locomotive line, in the beautiful setting of the Rocky's. Our 3 year old loves to look at the pictures and point out things in the various scenes.

A lovely 'you are there' train ride
Young train fans who enjoy vivid, bright picturebook stories will find All Aboard! A True Train Story captures perfectly the sights, sounds, and travels of some of America's oldest steam engines. Kuklin's color photos provide plenty of close-up and action shots, while dialogue covers both train operations and scenic passages. A lovely 'you are there' train ride.
Can't you hear the whistle blowing?
Kids constantly and without cease, amaze.For example, you enter into the profession of Children's Librarianship with a set of preconceived notions.At least, I did.I assumed that kids, little kids, would be interested in the following topics:Fairy tales, dinosaurs, trucks, firemen, and various animals of a pet-like nature.What didn't I count on?The lure of trains.Children adore trains.They like to learn about what makes a train run.They like to see where it goes and what kinds of sounds it makes.Why on earth is this?I would've thought that in this topsy-turvy world of high tech electronics and sleek modes of transportation the world of trains would have been abandoned and forgotten.Not so much.And as a result, various picture books have capitalized on this locomotive goldmine.Some of these are delicious inventive affairs, like Margaret Wise Brown's, "Two Little Trains" (be sure you get the version illustrated by Leo and Diane Dillon).And then there are others like "All Aboard!".A perfectly harmless book that shows photographs of trains with some vague sound effects and, as a result, captures the hearts of youngsters everywhere.It's a fine book.Just not as great as some of the other train tales out there.
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Good book for children, but...
Not one for adults, really. It's well illustrated, but the text is very basic. It's a good book for beginners. But if you're even an average railfan, you'll probably find this book dull. You won't find anything in the way of new information.
SPLENDID ILLUSTRATIONS AND DIAGRAMS
Once very much a part of America's landscape steam locomotives are now things of the past.Nonetheless, these huge iron horses continue to fascinate.With pictures and well researched text Karl Zimmerman introduces young readers to the trains that once were the backbone of our country's transportation.Their whistles called and their smoke left vaporous trails wherever they traveled.Read more

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Silly Fun for Younger Thomas Fans - a review of "A Crack In the Track" boardbook
All of Sodor comes to a halt when a `crack in the track' appears.That and a large green toad.Thomas can not go forward because of the crack, and the most familiar of his Steamie friends are stuck behind him when some silly freight cars refuse to back up.Bertie lends a hand only to be stymied by a large toad in the road.
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not what i expected
we love the movie and the original book so we were disappointed to find that this reader was so short. where's the rest of the beautiful story???

Not much depth
I was a little disappointed.This book doesn't go into a lot of detail and depth like the other Polar Express books I've read.Quite boring!

THE JOURNEY BEGINS
I bought this book for my granddaughter who has just learned to read. She was excited to be able to read a portion of the book that has always been read to her on xmas eve since she was born.I wish it had been longer and it may have been a little too easy for her.She is in the first grade. ... Read more

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cute board book for little train lovers
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A moment of triumph
Illustrated by Mr. Goble's usual beautiful pictures, this is the dramatic story of the time that a group of plains Indian warriors fought against the invasion of the "iron horse", or steam train. ... Read more

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Great Way For Train Lovers To Learn Their ABC's
Thomas's ABC Book features color photographs of the beloved characters that live and work on the Island of Sodor, including Bertie the Bus, Sir Topham Hatt, Edward, James, Toby, Percy, Edward, and James. Each letter of the alphabet is highlighted, and is tied into a short sentence about the picture.
An OK book
I wouldn't say this is the greatest book to learn ABC from. However, my 2 year old, a Thomas fan, loves this book. Big colorful pictures.

less than perfect but still a must-have for Thomas fans
Paperback with flimsy paper that doesn't stand up to much wear. Our copy is dog-eared and the back cover is ripped off and that didn't take long. Read more

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Realistic
My nephews do not like - silly trains - they must be realistic. This book really satisified them. Read more

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Great book to read to toddlers!
We received this book in a book club offer and it was our first experience with Thomas. That said, it's one of our favorites after 4 years of constant reading! The illustrations are SO much better than other books - the children and other characters look more like cartoon drawings instead of the "wooden" figures that you see in the videos. We prefer that in our house quite a bit. Also, the children are so grateful for Thomas picking them up in the end when Bertie breaks down, that one of the little girls gives him a kiss. Thus, sending Thomas into a very cute blush at the end of the story.
Thomas and the School Tripp: A Good Addition to the Home Library
What a delightful story.It is one of our new favorites and I think it would make a fine addition to the home sheds of many a young Thomas fan.
Loving Children
In this little book we have Thomas, a train who loves children.
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Great book for young Thomas fans!
This is such a darling book.It's a big day for the railway - they've opened a new bridge in the mountains that is so high that "you can't even seen the valley below."Henry, Thomas and Gordon have been selected to take passengers up to the mountains.However, Henry is scared half to death to do it and by the time they get up there, he's convinced Thomas that he should be afraid too.Gordon just buzzes right along and has a great old time while the other two are left to themselves to cross the bridge.Henry tells Thomas to close his eyes so that he won't see anything scary and when he does, Thomas almost goes off the track!He finally opens his eyes when he hears Harold coming to save him and when he does, realizes how beautiful the scenery really is and then goes across the bridge very happily.He also convinces Henry that there's nothing to fear and he crosses as well.
Beautifully Illustrated and Highlights Cooperation
"It was a special day for the railway! `We are here to launch the new rail line through the Mountains of Sodor', Sir Topham Hatt announced. `Today we open the big, big bridge!' What wonderful news! Everyone cheered. The mountains were beautiful. The people of Sodor couldn't wait to visit them." -From the book
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Nice to see a set for young kids!
My daughter, who is five, loves this book.She is just beginning to read and enjoys reading this book to me!As a child I owned quite a few of the Bobbsey Twins books, I can remember reading them cover to cover in less than a day.I was happy to see a series of The Bobbsey Twins that was easy enough for her to read and enjoy! ... Read more

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2 year old likes it
I'm buying this book because I checked out a couple of books for my almost-2 son on trains and this was the one out of the batch that he liked the most. The text doesn't impress me much, but the photos are good and I can paraphrase the text. I add in the noises as much as fits the photos and he is totally engrossed.

great photos, good amount of detail
High quality photographs accompany a story of a young boy (looks 3 years old) who goes on steam train ride alone. The journey goes from buying the ticket to disembarking. Each step of the journey is documented in the numerous photos and explained in detailed text. The boy is treated to more than just the ride; he converses with train employees who explain in detail information such as how the steam engine works, the names of the various train worker positions (fireman, etc.) and explains what their job is. Different train signs are shown and their meaning is explained. As the train ride begins the boy gazes out the window and gazes at the passing scenes of farms and Amish people. The photos are of the Strausberg, Pennsylvania steam train ride. Enjoyable book, especially for heavy duty train lovers!
My 2 boys really enjoy this book, and love all the details of running a steam train.I'm not really sure, however, that kids who are not extreme train lovers would like it as much---there isn't much going on except theviewing of the train and all the train related signs and stations! Butthere are plenty of big time train lovers out there! We've been toStrasburg, where this is set, and this book makes the boys want to go back! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Fiction    2. Children: Kindergarten    3. General    4. Juvenile Fiction    5. Juvenile Nonfiction / Transportation / Railroads & Trains