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Trains

Series: Beginners
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Trains by Emily Bone offers children a fascinating exploration of the world of trains. The book covers the basics of how trains operate, their history, and the different types that exist around the globe. Filled with engaging illustrations and simple text, it provides an informative journey for young readers interested in learning about these powerful vehicles.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you're curious about how trains operate and their history. It's perfect for young readers fascinated by transportation, filled with engaging illustrations and accessible explanations that make learning about trains both fun and educational.

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A fantastic addition to the popular "Beginners" series, providing an informative introduction to the world of trains for young readers. Terrific reading practice for children who prefer fact to fiction, this is an exciting introduction to trains, covering everything from the first steam and diesel trains, to modern day high-speed passenger trains.

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A fantastic addition to the popular Beginners series, providing an informative introduction to the fascinating world of trains for young readers.Age: 4+
What's it like to drive a train? How are railway tunnels built? How do trains go up hill? This fantastic book for young readers has all the answers and more.With simple, easy-reading text, bright illustrations and fascinating photographs.Chapters in this book include:- Train travel- People carrier- Moving goods- Making tracks- Flat track- Driving a train- Train control- Running on steam- Diesel engines- Electric trains- In the city- High-speed travel- Going up- Going the distance

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Trains by Emily Bone is highly recommended for Key Stage 1 classrooms, praised for its quality non-fiction content tailored to young readers. The book is part of the Usborne Beginners series, which is celebrated for supporting learning with easy-to-read text. The use of internet links is particularly noted for enhancing children's information retention.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781409524571

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 June 2011

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Christyan Fox

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 180g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Emily Bone grew up among the rolling hills of Hampshire, writing stories about the ants and birds in her garden. After studying English at Cambridge, she found her dream job at Usborne in 2007. Since then, she's written about many weird and wonderful creatures, along with books on space, fashion and food.

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