railroads

Traces the growth of the railroads during the 19th century.

Examines how people have traveled across the United States on roads from Indian trails to interstate highways and describes the development of different means of transportation and their impact on American society.

Though he is used to the city streets, Barney's horse becomes frightened of the noisy new overhead trains.

When Albert breaks his glasses while supervising the laying of the railroad tracks between two towns, he becomes responsible for one of the most exciting rides that the townspeople have ever had.

Illustrations and rhythmic text tell how the famous engineer, Casey Jones, risks his own life to save others.

Presents an introduction to trains, explaining how the move, what they carry, and where they can take people.

Introduces the letters of the alphabet through photographs and illustrations of things associated with trains and the railroad.

Describes the locomotives, cars, tunnels, stations, and functions of such trains as freight trains, channel tunnel trains, bullet trains, mountain trains, and snow trains.

A little boy, living out his fantasy of driving his own freight train, describes the different cars, what each carries, how they are connected, and more.