railroads

Marc would rather daydream about train trips with his grandfather than think about school and his new fifth grade teacher is only adding to his problems.

Chronicles the life of Cornelius Vanderbilt, discussing his childhood in New York, his early introduction to the business world, his work to establish the nation's first integrated rail system, the vast fortune he amassed, his personal challenges and tragedies, his impact on American history, and other related topics.

"Examines the Transcontinental Railroad by discussing why it was needed and the immediate and lasting effects it had on the nation as well as the people and places involved"--Provided by publisher.

Thomas the Tank Engine heads out to sea to find building materials for the Island of Sodor's new Rescue Center and winds up needing to be rescued himself.

Presents a history of the building of the transcontinental railroad in the United States, discussing the scandals, people, and challenges involved. Includes a timeline, illustrations, a glossary, and further resources.

"Rachel takes the same commuter train every morning ... past a stretch of cozy suburban homes, and stops at the signal that allows her to daily watch the same couple breakfasting on their deck. She's even started to feel like she knows them ... Their life-as she sees it-is perfect. Not unlike the life she recently lost. And then she sees something shocking. It's only a minute until the train moves on, but it's enough. Now everything's changed. Unable to keep it to herself, Rachel offers what she knows to the police, and becomes inextricably entwined in what happens next, as well as in the lives of everyone involved. Has she done more harm than good?"--Provided by publisher.

In 1908, on the inaugural journey from Europe to the United States of the world's first underwater railway, seventeen-year-old Rosalind finds love, a murder mystery, and the truth behind the railway's construction.

Examines different kinds of trains, including old steam engines, high-speed trains in Japan, the world's longest freight train, and more.

Contains eight scary stories by British author Jeremy de Quidt.

Illustrations and simple text introduce young readers to the events surrounding the construction of the transcontinental railroad in the 1860s.