Helen Plum Library

Through simple text and informative photos, readers will delve into one of the most important, ubiquitous, and ever-changing technologies of the past two centuries: the train. Students will explore fundamental engineering principles through a look at unique rail networks from all over the world and will place that information in context as they learn about the important connection between technology and society. Follow-up activities will challenge...

Thomas gets lost on an island and receives help from three new friends

On a trip to Pennsylvania, presidential stepdaughter KC Corcoran and her friend Marshall are exploring the rest of the train when the special caboose at the back disappears--along with the Vice President

A young boy watches and listens as the Rain Train takes him on a ride past city lights, over rivers, and through tunnels one rainy night

On a snowy Christmas Eve when all Santa's reindeer come down with bad colds, the Little Blue Engine helps him deliver one last toy

"Mr. Pteranodon is taking Buddy and Tiny on a nighttime scavenger hunt! Read along as they use their noses, ears, and eyes to search out some very special items at the Big Pond!" -- p. [4] of cover

Gus waves at the train near his grandfather's house, sets up a toy train, and eventually gets to ride on the train with his grandfather

Thomas must overcome his fear of crossing a very scary bridge

The residents of the Island of Sodor are building a search and rescue center, but when Thomas gets lost at sea while going to get supplies, he becomes the first rescue mission

On board the Moonlight Train, sleepy readers explore the jungle deep where beasts and critters creep