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Two Little Trains


School year: Reception

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No. of pages 40

Published: 2020

Great for age 0-8 years

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Skillfully designed and composed, Pizzoli's cheerful interpretation is thoroughly modern and charming. Swoonworthy for train lovers and preschoolers alike. Kirkus(starred review)The classic picture book from Margaret Wise Brown about two trains and their cross-country journey from east to west, with a bold new look from Geisel Awardwinning artist Greg Pizzoli.Two little trains went down the track,Two little trains went West.PUFF PUFF PUFFCHUG CHUG CHUGTwo little trains to the West.A streamlined train and a little old train journey through hills and over mountains, crossing rivers and plains, in this treasured story from Margaret Wise Brown, author of Goodnight Moon. Reimagined with bold and vibrant art by Geisel Awardwinning artist Greg Pizzoli, this updated edition is perfect for fans of things that go.Makes for a great baby shower gift!"Pizzolis illustrations...add texture, vibrancy, and bring the journey to new life. Toddlers and preschoolers who love trains will delight in the tale while adults familiar with the original book will appreciate the opportunity to introduce it to a new generation."School Library Journal (starred review)"The soothing clickity-clack of the late Browns verse lulls as effectively as when it first appeared 70 years ago."Publishers Weekly (starred review)This is a storytime winner. Blocky clear shapes, vivid colors, and simple designs make each page burst with an energy that will appeal to the smallest child.Booklist

 

 

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book is aimed at children in preschool-3rd grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.

There are 40 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2020 by HarperCollins Publishers Inc .

As well as enjoying huge success collaborating with Margaret Wise Brown, Clement Hurd also created many beloved children's books with his wife Edith Thatcher Hurd. Mac Barnett is a New York Times bestselling and award winning author of more than 24 books for children. He lives in California. Greg Pizzoli is an author, illustrator, screen printer, and the recipient of the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award. He lives in Philadelphia with his wife, where he teaches at the University of the Arts, Philadelphia. See more of his work at http: //gregpizzoli. com/.

 

This book has been nominated for the following award:

Nappa Gold Award - Preschool
This book was recognised in the Preschool category by the Nappa Gold Award.

“Skillfully designed and composed, Pizzoli's cheerful interpretation is thoroughly modern and charming. Swoonworthy for train lovers and preschoolers alike." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review)