Top-rated books by Reverend W Awdry
Thomas & Friends: Harold
Age: 3-6
Thomas & Friends: Gordon
Age: 3-6
Books like Reverend W Awdry’s
Award winning
Thomas & Friends: The 12 Engines of Christmas
Nick Arnold, Tony De Saulles, 2012
80 pages
Why to read
Festive story sparks holiday excitement and joy.
Encourages counting skills through engaging train adventures.
Strengthens understanding of teamwork and friendship.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception.
Thomas & Friends: The 12 Engines of Christmas
Nick Arnold, Tony De Saulles, 2012
Junie B Jones Is Captain Field Day
Barbara Park, Denise Brunkus, 2001
66 pages
Why to read
Encourages leadership qualities and team spirit.
Fosters a sense of independence and confidence.
Humorous storylines enhance reading engagement.
Addresses real-life situations with a creative twist.
Junie B Jones Is Captain Field Day
Barbara Park, Denise Brunkus, 2001
Miss Small Is off the Wall!
Dan Gutman, Jim Paillot, 2005
112 pages
Why to read
Engages children with humor and creativity.
Encourages adventurous spirit and imaginative play.
Highlights importance of physical activity in fun ways.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary development.
Miss Small Is off the Wall!
Dan Gutman, Jim Paillot, 2005
The Mystery at the Ballpark
Gertrude Chandler Warner, Gertrude Warner, Liz Brizzi, 1995
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery stimulates children's curiosity and imagination.
Characters model teamwork and effective communication.
Encourages deductive reasoning and attention to detail.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
The Mystery at the Ballpark
Gertrude Chandler Warner, Gertrude Warner, Liz Brizzi, 1995
Award winning
Meet the Engines (Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends)
W. Awdry, Wilbert V. Awdry, Rev W. Awdry, 1989
8 pages
Why to read
Introduces engine characters from beloved Thomas the Tank series.
Supports social skills development through character interactions.
Encourages curiosity and exploration of machinery and roles.
Fosters imagination with engaging storytelling.
Meet the Engines (Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends)
W. Awdry, Wilbert V. Awdry, Rev W. Awdry, 1989
Award winning
Good Night Planes
Adam Gamble, Mark Jasper, Harvey Stevenson, 2015
26 pages
Why to read
Captures the bustling world of airports and airplanes.
Soothing bedtime read, perfect for young aviation enthusiasts.
Enhances knowledge about different types of aircraft.
Supports language development with rhythmic, engaging text.
Good Night Planes
Adam Gamble, Mark Jasper, Harvey Stevenson, 2015
Thomas & Friends: Percy
W. Awdry, Rev W. Awdry, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventures with beloved train, Percy.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Stimulates young readers’ imagination and curiosity.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Thomas & Friends: Percy
W. Awdry, Rev W. Awdry, 2016
Award winning
The Little Engine That Could: Delivery Day
Matt Mitter, Jill Howarth, 2021
52 pages
Why to read
Inspiring determination and resilience in young readers.
Encourages curiosity and exploration through engaging storyline.
Supports understanding of teamwork and persistence.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
