One of the true classics in children's books is now available in a large, sturdy board book edition perfect for sharing at story time. The story has been slightly abridged and features the famous illustrations from the original Hauman edition. Toddlers will love listening to the tale of the little blue engine and that "can-do" attitude from the cosiness of a reader's lap!

About the Author

Watty Piper is the pseudonym of Arnold Munk, author behind the classic retelling of The Little Engine That Could and cofounder of Platt & Munk Publishers (now part of Grosset & Dunlap.) Munk's retelling of the beloved children's tale has sold millions of copies since its 1930 publication and inspired generations to believe they can.

Reviews
Praise The Little Engine That Could illustrated by Loren Long

* "Long . . . adds a lushness to the spreads and injects even more personality into the characters. Both faithful fans and newcomers will enjoy this triumphant ride and eagerly climb aboard for repeat excursions." -Publishers Weekly, starred review

* "Long has enriched this new edition with bountiful illustrations that take their palette and inspiration from the original, but are greatly enhanced by imagination and inventiveness." -Kirkus Reviews, starred review


Awards
Nominated for Indies Choice Book Award.



Book Information
ISBN 9780448487311
Author Watty Piper
Page Count 26
Imprint Grosset and Dunlap
Publisher Grosset and Dunlap
Weight(grams) 618g
Dimensions(mm) 235mm * 267mm * 17mm