"Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel" follows the story of Mike Mulligan, a hardworking steam shovel operator, and his beloved steam shovel, Mary Anne. As machines evolve and modernity takes over, Mike finds it increasingly difficult to secure work. Determined to prove their worth, Mike and Mary Anne take on a daunting task: to dig a cellar for the new town hall in just one day. With the help of the townspeople, they embark on their ambitious project, showcasing their dedication and teamwork, ultimately revealing the power of friendship and the value of old-fashioned skills in a changing world. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Stories in Music .

This book has been graded for interest at 4-7 years.

This book was published in 2007 by Simon & Schuster .

Virginia Lee Burton (1909-1968) created some of the most enduring classics of all children's literature. Burton lived with her two sons and her husband, the sculptor George Demetrios, in Folly Cove, Massachusetts. Here she taught a class in design and from it emerged the Folly Cove Designers, a group of professional artisans who were internationally known.