Train
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What’s inside...
A collection of energetic board books that depict different modes of transportation in bold colors and rhythmic language. The books cover a big blue bus navigating the city, a red propeller plane flying over various landscapes, a tubby vessel traveling on rolling waves, and a bright train clickety-clacking along the tracks. Each vehicle's journey is portrayed with brisk, enchanting language, captivating the youngest voyagers. Additionally, the amazing sights of a train ride through the countryside are presented in a rhyming board book, mesmerizing little listeners with its rhythmic, rhyming ride, making it perfect for kids on the move. Clickety-clacking along the track, a busy little train passes farms, crosses a stream, and chugs through a tunnel on its way to a happy reunion at the station, in a sturdy board book with energetic illustrations. Children's BOMC.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-3
Length
16 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think makes trains an important mode of transportation?
How do you feel when you see the different landscapes the train passes through?
Can you imagine being a train conductor? What would your day look like?
What kind of adventures do you think you could go on if you were riding this train?
Why do you think the author chose a train to tell this story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to describe what they see in the illustrations and ask them how those images make them feel.
While reading, pause at different moments to ask your child to predict what might happen next, fostering their sense of curiosity and engagement.
After reading, relate the story to personal experiences or future aspirations involving trains or other forms of travel.
Use expressive reading—different voices, varying your tone—to make the story come alive and keep your child intrigued throughout.
Discuss the various roles people have in relation to trains, expanding your child’s understanding of community and occupations.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of Teamwork
Explanation: Throughout 'Train', various crew members work together seamlessly to ensure the train runs smoothly, demonstrating effective teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of collaborating with others to achieve common goals, whether in school projects or family activities.
Example Lesson: Understanding Roles and Responsibilities
Explanation: The book introduces children to different roles on the train, from the conductor to the engineer, teaching them about diverse responsibilities.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children appreciate various jobs people perform in their communities and encourages respect for all types of work.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Learning
Explanation: As the train travels through different landscapes, it sparks curiosity about various environments and cultures.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to explore and ask questions about the world around them, enhancing their knowledge and understanding.
Example Lesson: Safety Awareness
Explanation: The book shows the importance of adhering to safety protocols on the train, highlighting the safety measures taken by the crew.
Real-World Application: This can teach children the importance of following safety rules and being aware of their environment to prevent accidents.