Sequences of action and peril, and some language. A runaway train, transporting deadly, toxic chemicals, is barreling down on Scranton, Pennsylvania, and only two men can stop it: a veteran engineer and a young conductor. Thousands of lives hang in the balance as these ordinary heroes attempt to chase down one million tons of hurtling steel and prevent an epic disaster.

Two trains race each other on the way to Chicago.

In this book with rhyming text, the dream train pulls into the station and all the different cars are loaded by the animal workers, each with the appropriate cargo.

Easy-to-read, lyrical text tells how cautious Thomas gives a ride to a judge who is in a big hurry to get to a train show.

Investigating a series of attacks on the Southern Pacific Railroad's Cascades express lines in 1907, Detective Bell learns of the existence of an elusive saboteur who recruits and murders his own accomplices while engineering schemes of maximum havoc.

Explores the various types of trains and their uses.

Given an assignment to deliver a giraffe, Thomas the Tank Engine endeavors to transport his long-necked charge safely.

"In this simple story belonging to the fourth level of Herbster Readers, young Herbie has an imaginary adventure on a commuter-train trip"--Provided by publisher.

"Huff pulls the train. Puff pushes the train. Together they can haul a lot. Big stuff, small stuff, they've got it all! But what happens when the best friends realize that they're stuck with too much stuff? Farmer Fluff has just the solution! Simple rhyme and easy-to-read verse will help beginning readers and train lovers build their vocabulary and strengthen reading skills."--Book jacket.

"How do trains work? What is the fastest train in the world/ What do electric trains, cable cars, and trams have in common? My Little Book of Trains answers all of these questions and many more. See hard-working trains in action and learn about shunters, tilting trains, and miniature railways! Perfect for reluctant readers, this book will hold the interest of young children and encourage them to find out more about the many different types of trains"...