Frank Carlson Library

Illustrations and simple text describe different kinds of trains and the work they do.

"These fabulous books are a must for any young reader with an interest in vehicles and machines. Each book is filled with amazing machines, fun facts, jokes, and age-appropriate text in colorful boxes. This book takes a close look at machines on rails including bullet trains, railway snowploughs, and the world's tallest and fastest roller coaster. Find out which machine on rails is the mightiest of them all!"--Provided by publisher.

Describes the history and uses of steam locomotives, the different types, and some famous models.

Covers all types of trains with steam, diesel, and electric powered engines. On board pages.

"Learn all about Thomas the Tank Engine, Kana the first electric train on Sodor, Sir Topham Hatt, and many other steam engines, diesels, vehicles, and characters from Sodor"--