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The Little Engine That Could

by Watty Piper

The Little Engine That Could Cover

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When Shiny New Engine, Big Strong Engine, and Rusty Old Engine refuse to pull the toys and good food over the mountain, it's left up to Little Blue Engine to save the day. And save it she does! The Little Engine That Could is a classic tale of determination and willpower overcoming perception. This story should be shared with all young children who have ever thought that they couldn't achieve something.
Recommended by John K, Powells.com

Synopses & Reviews

Publisher Comments:

Everyone loves The Little Engine That Could, that classic tale of the determined little engine that, despite its size, triumphantly pulls a train full of toys to the waiting children on the other side of a mountain.

Review:

"Both faithful fans and newcomers will enjoy this triumphant ride and eagerly climb aboard for repeat excursions. " Publishers Weekly

Synopsis:

"A good example of pioneer feminist lore, with girl engine as 'hero'".--Publishers Weekly. The classic story of optimistic thinking that has delighted generations of children. Full-color illustrations.

About the Author

Watty Piper's classic The Little Engine That Could has delighted and encouraged children for more than seventy years.

Product Details

ISBN:
9780448400716
Author:
Piper, Watty
Publisher:
Grosset & Dunlap
Illustrator:
Hauman, George
Illustrator:
Hauman, Doris
ill.:
Hauman, Doris
ill.:
Hauman, George
Author:
Hauman, Doris
Location:
New York :
Subject:
General
Subject:
Fiction
Subject:
Children's fiction
Subject:
Railroads
Subject:
Transportation
Subject:
Locomotives
Series:
Little Engine That Could
Series Volume:
91-9
Publication Date:
August 1990
Binding:
Hardcover
Grade Level:
Children/juvenile
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Y
Pages:
48
Dimensions:
4.32x4.75x.36 in. .18 lbs.
Age Level:
04-08

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