Most Popular Books by Watty Piper

THE ALL-TIME CLASSIC, RE-ILLUSTRATED BY THE CREATOR OF OTIS! Everyone loves The Little Engine That Could, that classic tale of the determined little engine that, despite its size, triumphantly pulls a train full of toys to the waiting children on the other side of a mountain. Now the great Loren Long (Otis; Of Thee I Sing) has brilliantly re-illustrated this classic story, bringing it exuberantly to life for today’s child. Get on board for the publishing event of the year.

When the other engines refuse, the Little Blue Engine tries to pull a stranded train full of toys and good food over the mountain.

The Little Engine That Could is on the move and visiting all fifty states! Follow along as our favorite little blue train road-trips across the United States of America to lend a helping hand. Choo-choo! The Little Engine That Could is road-tripping through all fifty states and helping out along the way. Next stop: Illinois! Explore Chicago and more with the blue train as she winds her way through the state.

The Little Engine That Could is on the move and visiting all fifty states! Follow along as our favorite little blue train road-trips across the United States of America to lend a helping hand. Choo-choo! The Little Engine That Could is road-tripping through all fifty states and helping out along the way. Next stop: Pennsylvania! Explore the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia, go hiking in Presque Isle State Park, and more with the blue train as she winds her way through the state.

The Little Engine That Could is on the move and visiting all fifty states! Follow along as our favorite little blue train road-trips across the United States of America to lend a helping hand. Choo-choo! The Little Engine That Could is road-tripping through all fifty states and helping out along the way. Next stop: Texas! Explore the Alamo, the Space Center, and so much more with the blue train as she winds her way through the state. She''ll track her way through parks, stop for barbeque, and learn about ranch life!

The Little Engine That Could is on the move and visiting all fifty states! Follow along as our favorite little blue train road-trips across the United States of America to lend a helping hand. Choo-choo! The Little Engine That Could is road-tripping through all fifty states and helping out along the way. Next stop: Georgia! Explore the bustling city of Atlanta and hike your way through Stone Mountain Park with the blue train as she winds her way through the state.

All aboard! This book is the perfect gift to say thanks: for the big things, the small things, and everything else along the way. This special gift book, complete with beautiful illustrations and timeless messages of thanks and appreciation, is the perfect way to tell a loved one: "Thank you." Show your teachers and all the special people in your life how much you appreciate them in this colorful book of thanks featuring The Little Engine That Could.

The Little Engine That Could is on the move and visiting all fifty states! Follow along as our favorite little blue train road-trips across the United States of America to lend a helping hand. Choo-choo! The Little Engine That Could is road-tripping through all fifty states and helping out along the way. Next stop: Colorado! Explore Denver and more with the blue train as she winds her way through the state. Hike your way through national parks, and track through snow-covered mountaintops.

Ring in Valentine''s Day--and love--with Love from the Little Engine That Could! This charming original title, featuring everyone''s favorite little train is the perfect gift for that special someone on Valentine''s Day--or any day of the year. The Little Engine That Could is turning ninety! And now this special gift book, complete with beautiful illustrations and timeless messages of belief and acceptance, is the perfect way to tell a loved one that they can do anything they set their minds to.

The Little Engine That Could is on the move and visiting all fifty states! Follow along as our favorite little blue train road-trips across the United States of America to lend a helping hand. Choo-choo! The Little Engine That Could is road-tripping through all fifty states and helping out along the way. Next stop: Florida! Explore Miami and more with the blue train as she winds her way through the state. Catch some sun on the beaches, avoid the gators in the Everglades, and ride the roller coasters in Orlando!

The classic character that has inspired generations of children to believe in themselves will now inspire readers of every age in this book filled with encouraging words of wisdom. Everybody needs a little downtime for maintenance. There will always be obstacles you don''t anticipate. Wake up ready for an adventure. The Little Engine That Could is one of the most popular and enduring children''s stories of all time, and for more than eighty-five years, this classic character has encouraged readers to try their hardest to achieve their dreams. This story of determination and inspiration has now been reimagined in a charming, illustrated gift book that will speak to readers no matter what the age and no matter what the challenge. This is the perfect gift for graduation, and for everyone who may need to be reminded, "You Can!"

Celebrate the 90th anniversary of The Little Engine That Could with this all-time classic reillustrated by Caldecott Award-winning artist Dan Santat! A perfect gift for all the milestones in your life--from graduation to birthdays and more! The kindness and determination of the Little Blue Engine have inspired millions of children around the world since the story was first published in 1930. Cherished by readers for ninety years, The Little Engine That Could is a classic tale of a little engine that, despite her size, triumphantly pulls a train full of wonderful things to the children waiting on the other side of a mountain. This anniversary edition features the original text, all-new reimagined artwork and an introduction from Caldecott Medal-winner Dan Santat, and a special letter from Dolly Parton, award-winning singer-songwriter and founder of Dolly Parton''s Imagination Library.

From "I think I can" to "I knew I could," The Little Engine That Could helps kids realize that anything is possible if you put your mind to it! ? A stranded train is unable to find an engine willing to take it on over difficult terrain to its destination. Only a little blue engine is willing to try and, while repeating the mantra "I think I can, I think I can", overcomes a seemingly impossible task. ? The Little Engine That Could is an illustrated children''s book that was first published in the United States in 1930. It was written by Watty Piper with pictures of Lois Lenski. In 2007, the National Education Association named the book one of its "Teachers'' Top 100 Books for Children". In this ebook version, the story is lively narrated by Catherine Fu with vivid sound effect. ? Enrich Spot’s Children’s Classics is a selection of the most famous tales and fables. These fabulous stories are presented in this edition with a refreshing design and professional narration. The editors have created simple, easy-to-understand vocabulary and fun questions for children.

Describes several kinds of trucks such as a street sweeper, fire truck, and cement mixer.

The Little Engine That Could is on the move and visiting all fifty states! Follow along as our favorite little blue train road-trips across the United States of America to lend a helping hand. Choo-choo! The Little Engine That Could is road-tripping through all fifty states and helping out along the way. Next stop: California! Explore the Golden State with the blue train as she winds her way down the coast. Look over the foggy Golden Gate Bridge, track your way through the crashing waterfalls of Yosemite, and walk in the footsteps of the stars in Hollywood! A Little Engine Road Trip is a collectible series of board books starring The Little Engine That Could, celebrating each state''s landmarks, people, and culture. And with fun facts on every page, young readers will learn new things about our country''s most-visited locations.

The Little Engine That Could is on the move and visiting all fifty states! Follow along as our favorite little blue train road-trips across the United States of America to lend a helping hand. Choo-choo! The Little Engine That Could is road-tripping through all fifty states and helping out along the way. Next stop: New York! Explore the Empire State with the little blue train as she crosses the Brooklyn Bridge, tours Central Park, plays baseball in Cooperstown, and visits the iconic Niagara Falls! A Little Engine Road Trip is a collectible series of board books starring The Little Engine That Could, celebrating each state''s landmarks, people, and culture. And with fun facts on every page, young readers will learn new things about our country''s most-visited locations.

Based on Piper''s original story, this board book tells the story of how the Little Engine That Could helps all the friends and neighbors she meets as she chugs through town. Shaped like the engine herself, this large board book is ideal for little hands. Full color.

Now Spanish readers can enjoy the bestselling story of The Little Engine That Could in this bilingual edition of the classic. With all of the original illustrations and the complete story in both English and Spanish, this bilingual edition of the well-loved picture book is sure to become a favorite with Spanish-speaking children and children who are just learning Spanish. The kindness and determination of the Little Blue Engine has inspired millions of children around the world since the story was first published in 1930. Cherished by readers for ninety years, The Little Engine That Could is a classic tale of the little engine that, despite her size, triumphantly pulls a train full of wonderful things to the children waiting on the other side of a mountain.

ABOUT THE BOOK: There was once a sweet little maid who lived with her father and mother in a pretty little cottage at the edge of the village. At the further end of the wood was another pretty cottage and in it lived her grandmother. Everybody loved this little girl, her grandmother perhaps loved her most of all and gave her a great many pretty things. Once she gave her a red cloak with a hood which she always wore, so people called her Little Red Riding Hood. One morning Little Red Riding Hood''s mother said, "Put on your things and go to see your grandmother. She has been ill; take along this basket for her. I have put in it eggs, butter and cake, and other dainties." It was a bright and sunny morning. Red Riding Hood was so happy that at first she wanted to dance through the wood. All around her grew pretty wild flowers which she loved so well and she stopped to pick a bunch for her grandmother. Little Red Riding Hood wandered from her path and was stooping to pick a flower when from behind her a gruff voice said, "Good morning, Little Red Riding Hood." Little Red Riding Hood turned around and saw a great big wolf, but Little Red Riding Hood did not know what a wicked beast the wolf was, so she was not afraid…………………. FROM THE AUTHOR OF BOOKS LIKE: 1. The Little Engine That Could, The Bumper Book 2. The Little Engine That Could and the Snowy, Blowy Christmas 3. Mother Goose: A Treasury of Best-loved Rhymes 4. Stories That Never Grow Old 5. The Little Engine That Could Saves the Thanksgiving Day Parade 6. The Little Engine That Could ABC Time 7. You Can!: Words of Wisdom from the Little Engine That Could 8. The Gateway to Storyland 9. Little Red Riding Hood 10. Good Night, Little Engine 11. Meet the Little Engine That Could 12. The Little Engine''s Easter Egg Hunt 13. The Little Engine That Could Goes on a Class Trip 14. Love from the Little Engine That Could 15. Children of Other Lands: Life, Manner and Customs of Child Life in Other Lands 16. The Little Engine That Could Helps Out 17. The Fast Rolling Little Engine That Could 18. The Little Engine That Could Numbers 19. The Little Engine That Could Gets a Checkup 20. The Little Engine That Could and the Birthday Bike 21. Famous Fairy Tales 22. The Little Engine That Could Let''s Sing ABC 23. The Little Engine That Could Saves the Day 24. Folk Tales Children Love 25. The Little Engine That Could Pudgy Word Book 26. The Little Engine That Could Colors 27. Tales from Storyland 28. Eight Nursery Tales ABOUT THE AUTHOR : Watty Piper was a pen name of Arnold Munk, an owner of the publishing firm Platt & Munk. Arnold Munk was born in Hungary and, as a child, moved with his family to Chicago. He later moved to New York, where he died in 1957. Arnold Munk used the name Watty Piper as both an author of children’s books and as the editor of many of the books that Platt & Munk published.

Young readers will soon be echoing the little blue engine''s trademark "I think I can!" as they take their first steps on the road to independent reading with this reissue, featuring simple words, rebus pictures, and 24 skill-building flash cards.

Make family reading a regular and cherished activity with The Little Engine That Could and READ TOGETHER, BE TOGETHER, a nationwide movement developed by Penguin Random House in partnership with Parents magazine. The kindness and determination of the Little Blue Engine have inspired millions of children around the world since the story was first published in 1930. Cherished by readers for ninety years, The Little Engine That Could is a classic tale of a little engine that, despite her size, triumphantly pulls a train full of wonderful things to the children waiting on the other side of a mountain. Now parents and educators can introduce the importance of determination and kindness to younger readers with this classic picture book! Picture books in the READ TOGETHER, BE TOGETHER program are available at a low price for a limited time so that families everywhere can make the most of storytime. Other titles include: Horton Hears a Who (Dr. Seuss) Llama Llama Misses Mama (Anna Dewdney) Richard Scarry''s Cars and Trucks and Things That Go (Richard Scarry) The Little Engine That Could (Watty Piper) The Very Busy Spider (Eric Carle)

When the other engines refuse, the Little Blue Engine tries to pull a stranded train full of dolls, toys, and good food over the mountain.