A Ladybird Book: Trains
Ladybird tales Series
What’s inside...
An engaging introduction to the exciting world of trains, covering different types of trains, their functions, and how they have evolved over time. Trains are used across the world to transport goods and passengers. They can ride rails underground, move at high-speeds and travel between countries. In this book, you will discover the wonder of the railway and see how train travel has developed through history - from simple mining wagons to high-speed machines and beyond.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-9
Length
48 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think life would be like if we traveled everywhere by train?
How do trains help people and goods move from one place to another?
Can you imagine being a train conductor for a day? What would you do?
Why do you think trains are important in our world?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage imagination by asking your child to describe their ideal train journey.
Draw parallels between the different types of trains in the book and those that your child may see around your community.
Discuss the roles of various people who help trains run smoothly, fostering appreciation for community helpers.
Use the book’s illustrations to spark discussions about how technology has changed transportation over time.
Promote critical thinking by discussing the environmental impact of trains compared to other forms of transport.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding of Transportation
Explanation: The book introduces various types of trains and their functionalities, helping children understand different modes of transportation.
Real-World Application: This knowledge helps children recognize and differentiate the types of trains they might see in their daily surroundings, fostering an early interest in technology and engineering.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: Through the depiction of conductors and engineers working together, the book highlights the importance of teamwork in operating trains successfully.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this understanding of teamwork to cooperative play or group tasks at school, learning to work harmoniously with others.
Example Lesson: History of Trains
Explanation: The book covers the evolution of trains from steam engines to modern high-speed trains, providing a historical perspective.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to be inquisitive about history and technological development, expanding their curiosity and knowledge about how past innovations impact current technologies.
Example Lesson: Safety Awareness
Explanation: It teaches basic safety rules and the importance of following them while near or on trains.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help foster a sense of responsibility in children to adhere to safety guidelines in various environments, ensuring their well-being.