locomotives

Find out how a steam locomotive works, how fast the fastest train is, what kind of train doesn't need wheels, and other interesting facts about trains.

Describes the history and uses of steam locomotives, the different types, and some famous models.

Describes the use of train whistles as signals and what some of these signals mean.

A little switch engine decides to have some fun before he is sent to the junk yard.

Meticulously illustrated, this book explains how an eight-wheeler was built, taking the reader through the entire construction process, from draftsmen's drawing to the finished locomotive.

Text and detailed pictures with captions present the activities, inner workings, history, and engine types of steam locomotives.

When the other engines refuse, the Little Blue Engine tries to pull a stranded train full of toys and good food over the mountain.

Contains labeled color photographs of different types of trains around the world.