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New Releases by Watty Piper

Watty Piper is the author of The Little Engine That Could: A Book with Wheels (2026), Welcome to Pennsylvania: A Little Engine That Could Road Trip (2022), Welcome to Georgia: A Little Engine That Could Road Trip (2022), Welcome to Illinois: A Little Engine That Could Road Trip (2022), Welcome to Florida: A Little Engine That Could Road Trip (2022).

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The Little Engine That Could: A Book with Wheels

release date: Apr 07, 2026
The Little Engine That Could: A Book with Wheels
Follow the Little Engine over the mountain with this wheeled board book! 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. 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 edition has been slightly abridged and features wheels so that toddlers can play along with the Little Blue Engine and learn about the "can-do" attitude that keeps her chugging onward!

Welcome to Pennsylvania: A Little Engine That Could Road Trip

release date: Dec 06, 2022
Welcome to Pennsylvania: A Little Engine That Could Road Trip
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.

Welcome to Georgia: A Little Engine That Could Road Trip

release date: Jul 19, 2022
Welcome to Georgia: A Little Engine That Could Road Trip
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.

Welcome to Illinois: A Little Engine That Could Road Trip

release date: Apr 26, 2022
Welcome to Illinois: A Little Engine That Could Road Trip
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.

Welcome to Florida: A Little Engine That Could Road Trip

release date: Apr 26, 2022
Welcome to Florida: A Little Engine That Could Road Trip
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!

Welcome to Texas: A Little Engine That Could Road Trip

release date: Feb 01, 2022
Welcome to Texas: A Little Engine That Could Road Trip
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!

Welcome to Colorado: A Little Engine That Could Road Trip

release date: Feb 01, 2022
Welcome to Colorado: A Little Engine That Could Road Trip
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.

Welcome to California: A Little Engine That Could Road Trip

release date: May 18, 2021
Welcome to California: A Little Engine That Could Road Trip
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.

Thanks from The Little Engine That Could

release date: Mar 30, 2021
Thanks from The Little Engine That Could
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: Read Together Edition

release date: Jun 30, 2020
The Little Engine That Could: Read Together Edition
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)

The Little Engine That Could: 90th Anniversary Edition

release date: Apr 07, 2020
The Little Engine That Could: 90th Anniversary Edition
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.

Love from the Little Engine That Could

release date: Dec 24, 2019
Love from the Little Engine That Could
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.

You Can!

release date: Mar 27, 2018
You Can!
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!"

The Little Engine That Could (Illustrated)

release date: Jul 06, 2014
The Little Engine That Could (Illustrated)
The classic tale of persevering against the odds! The Little Engine That Could comes to life all over again in this gorgeous oversized picture book with foil on the cover and the beautiful art from the 1950s. A train of toys desperately need an engine to take them over the mountain so that they can deliver toys and food to children. But none of the big, important engines will help them. Luckily, the Little Blue Engine comes along. She is small, but she has confidence that she can do it? And she does! This story helps in teaching children motivation and optimism. It is a please to publish this new, high quality, and affordable edition of this timeless story. This edition comes with the original illustrations by George and Doris Hauman from 1954.

The Little Engine that Could Goes on a Class Trip

release date: Jan 01, 2003
The Little Engine that Could Goes on a Class Trip
While on a field trip at the safari zoo , The Little Engine that Could helps to find a lost baby elephant.

Gets a Checkup

release date: Jan 01, 2003
Gets a Checkup
When the Little Engine that Could begins to cough, sputter, and shake, it is time for her first visit to the mechanic.

The Little Engine That Could Saves the Thanksgiving Day Parade

release date: Jan 01, 2002
The Little Engine That Could Saves the Thanksgiving Day Parade
The Turkeyland Band is on its way to play in Gobbleville's Thanksgiving Day parade when a tire goes flat and they have no spare, but the Little Blue Engine comes by and thinks she can help.

Meet the Little Engine that Could

release date: Jan 01, 2001
Meet the Little Engine that Could
The toys need help! Can the Little Blue Engine save the day? Hal is a hippo. Hal is lost! Who will help him?

Froggy Bakes a Cake

release date: Jan 10, 2000
Froggy Bakes a Cake
It's Froggy's mother's birthday, and Froggy wants to bake the birthday cake all by himself. Soon he has all the ingredients to make a big mess.

The Little Engine That Could Easy to Read

release date: Jul 01, 1998
The Little Engine That Could Easy to Read
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.

The Little Engine That Could and the Snowy, Blowy Christmas

release date: Jan 01, 1998
The Little Engine That Could and the Snowy, Blowy Christmas
On a snowy Christmas Eve when all Santa's reindeer come down with bad colds, the Little Blue Engine helps him deliver one last toy.

The Little Engine That Could Walmart

release date: Jan 01, 1996
The Little Engine That Could Walmart
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.

The Little Engine That Laughed

release date: Mar 17, 1987
The Little Engine That Laughed
It's fun to read Wonder Books - or to have them read to you! You can collect all of the books in this delightful series. There are over one hundred beautifully illustrated stories for you to enjoy!Smokey was only a little engine. Smokey liked to laugh. When Smokey began his run, he always laughed, 'Ha-Ha-Ha-Ha.' Smokey laughed because he had many things to be happy about.

The Easy-to-Read Little Engine that Could

release date: Sep 26, 1986
The Easy-to-Read Little Engine that Could
When the other engines refuse, the Little Blue Engine tries to pull a stranded train full of toys and good food over the mountain.

Watty Piper's Trucks

Watty Piper's Trucks
Describes several kinds of trucks such as a street sweeper, fire truck, and cement mixer.

Children of Other Lands

Children of Other Lands
Brief text and illustrations introduce the everyday life of children in various cultures around the world.

The Little Engine that Could(Audio ebook)

The Little Engine that Could(Audio ebook)
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.
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