railroads

"A special train comes down the track. What makes it so unique? It's an eco-train. Explore trains that are better for the planet"--Provided by publisher.

"Learn . . . facts about trains"--Provided by publisher.

Presents illustrated information about trains, discussing the history, different types, trains at work, and more.

Discusses the history and development of some of the world's fastest trains.

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to how trains work. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.

In mid-1860s, two railroad companies had a huge job in front of them: building the transcontinental railroad. The railroad would run from east to west across the United States. As the grueling work began, there were many choices to make. Now the choices are yours. Would you rather blast rock to lay track in the Sierra Nevada mountain range or build bridges across raging rivers in the Great Plains? Would you rather sleep in a cold mountain tunnel or in a camp infested with bedbugs and rats? It's your turn to pick this or that!.

Thomas the Tank Engine can't move any further along on the track because the rails were broken, causing a problem all along the line.

A little engine decides it could go much faster without pulling all the other cars, so it takes off by itself.

Introduces different types of trains from freight trains to subways, and discusses their history, engineering feats, and where trains get their power.

Chloe gets a new dog and notices that it stands outside every night howling at the moon. Her dog isn't the only one in town that has started doing this, and some of the howls are coming from the old railroad station. What's worse is that the boys on the football team who always hassle the Z Team start acting really funny. Almost like...werewolves! The Z Team has a new case to crack.