Little Engine That Could The Little Engine That Could, (Board Book)

from jgiann2

This was one of my favorite stories as a child. I love this book for several reasons. Descriptive and figurative language is used throughout the book. For example, the story reads, "big golden oranges, red-cheeked apples, bottles of creamy milk for their breakfasts." These sensory details engage ...

from allawishus

This is a nostalgic Golden Book from my childhood. It's interesting how the images of the anthropomorphized trains, talking, walking dolls, and the "milk car" have stuck with me over the years. I like how the trains reflect their attitudes - the shiny new car is snooty and mean; the tired, rusty ...

from goodstories

Although I remembered loving the story as a child, I wasn't sure that my storytime kids would love it too because it so long. It went over very well and proves that the classics endure for a reason. The new illustrations and large size lend themselves well to a group reading.

from sweetiegherkin

When the train delivering all sorts of treats to good little boys and girls breaks down, the stranded toys beg every passing engine to help. All of them are unwilling to help except a little engine who wants to help but worries she won't be able to pull the train. Telling herself, "I think I can,...

from tbarne9

This was also one of my childhood favorites. I loved the pictures and imagining that the train was coming to my town to deliver all of those wonderful things to me! I could see the candy, and toys and wished it was real. I also like the language in the story. While it is a children's book, it doe...