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18 pp.
| Candlewick/Templar |
October, 2017 |
TradeISBN 978-0-7636-9647-4$15.99
(3)
K-3
Illustrated by
Stephen Biesty.
From the first steam locomotive to new magnetic levitation trains, this in-depth look uses labeled diagrams to introduce railroad history, explain each train's inner workings, and highlight socioeconomic disparities. The board book format with lift-the-flaps initially signals a younger audience, but dense text and Biesty's trademark cross-sectional illustrations in ink and colored pencil add complexity, acknowledging the diverse age range of train lovers.