My First Book of Trains: All about Locomotives and Railcars for Kids (My First Book of)

by Kristina A Holzweiss (Author)

My First Book of Trains: All about Locomotives and Railcars for Kids (My First Book of)
Reading Level: K − 1st Grade

All aboard an amazing railroad adventure! Explore this colorful introduction to trains for kids ages 3 to 5. 

What makes trains move? Why do trains come in different shapes and sizes? From steam locomotives and diesel engines to electric railcars, curious kids will learn how trains work and the important jobs they do with My First Book of Trains

  • The power of trains―Read about trains that move people, trains that move snow, and trains that use magnets to move!
  • Terrific train trivia―Did you know that trains can travel over bridges, underground, and even underwater? Or that some trains are as fast as race cars?
  • ​​Big, beautiful images—See these trains in action with lots of colorful pictures!

Pick up this book about trains for kids today and get kids excited about science and engineering.

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Review quotes

Children have always been fascinated by trains. What child doesn't get excited when they see a train? Kristina's words and images should enhance a child's appreciation of the history and charm of railroading. —David D. Morrison, Long Island Rail Road author and historian

Kids will be sure to love this fun, comprehensive, and well-illustrated look at all things trains. —Richard Panchyk, author of 50 books

This book is the perfect resource for kids to learn about trains and the various aspects of railroading. It's easy to follow and includes lots of important history, colorful photographs, and an easy-to-use glossary that will help build your child's vocabulary. My First Book of Trains is a must-read for every young railfan. —Tyler Keck, interim librarian at the National Toy Train Museum and Library

My First Book of Trains makes it easy for young readers to fall in love with the railroad while illuminating how trains work! Colorful images and easy-to-understand vocabulary bring the past and present of railroading to young railfans. —Juliette O'Connor, educator at the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania

Kristina A Holzweiss
Kristina A. Holzweiss was selected by School Library Journal as the School Librarian of the Year in 2015. She is the founder of SLIME--Students of Long Island Maker Expo--and the president of Long Island LEADS, a nonprofit organization to promote STEAM education and the maker movement.
Classification
Non-fiction
ISBN-13
9781685396411
Lexile Measure
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Guided Reading Level
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Publisher
Rockridge Press
Publication date
August 02, 2022
Series
My First Book of
BISAC categories
JNF057050 - Juvenile Nonfiction | Transportation | Railroads & Trains
JNF013000 - Juvenile Nonfiction | Concepts | General
Library of Congress categories
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