The Last Train

The memories preserved here bring back those of my own. Teachers of US social studies and history will find this an ideal book when introducing and covering the construction of our transcontinental railroad. The wonderful illustrations remove you from the modern world and transport you to a place in......more

Mom: It was a meh book , forgettable nothing special, although my son does like trains, he did like the pictures , there were no bad take aways , the language was more mature for a childrens book which I appreciate and the pictures were beautiful too. Benny (2yo): I think my son enjoyed the pictures......more

This is a library item that came with an audio cd. We read and listened to the narrated audio file. The CD came with a song, and an theatrical narration. It was very enjoyable, talking about one man's memories of the old railroad system. All three girls gave it 5 out of 5 stars.......more

Anything about trains and a bygone era and Wallace (age three, going to 80) is thrilled. We listened to the Gordon Titcomb song this afternoon and love a book that opens up a word.......more

I don’t usually document picture books I read, but this was special. The beautiful paintings and nostalgic story reminded me of my railroad engineer grandfather.......more