Most Popular Books by Rev. W. Awdry

Cranky the Crane works at the Docks on the Island of Sodor. He was rude to tank engines, Thomas and Percy, and loved to play tricks on them. Then one day a strong storm hit Sodor and Cranky needed the little engines’ help. Cranky is a much-loved character from the classic Thomas the Tank Engine TV series. Based on the classic tales by the Reverend W. Awdry, with a stunning modern look. Engine Adventures is the newest series in the Thomas Range. Children will love meeting Thomas and his engine friends. From Thomas to Gordon to Harold the Helicopter, there is a railway adventure to thrill every Thomas fan. These fun, short stories come with a bonus spot-and-see activity at the end.

Straight from the latest Thomas video comes three delightful new tales from the Island of Sodor. Thomas fans will laugh when James gets carried away about a balloon, Harvey rescues Percy, and Thomas becomes a jet engine! Filled with gentle humor and lots of photo illustrations. From the Trade Paperback edition.

Thomas the Tank Engine stars in this full-color storybook with flaps to lift. Boys and girls 3-7 who love Thomas & Friends will thrill to a story about special deliveries, railway repairs, and daring rescues. Heavier paper and flaps hold up to repeated reading and peeking as readers keep Thomas company on his adventures.

Based on the new Thomas & Friends direct-to-DVD movie, Hero of the Rails, this Step 1 leveled reader will introduce children to reading—and the exciting world of Thomas and his friends! From the Trade Paperback edition.

Straight from the latest Thomas video come three delightful new tales from the Island of Sodor. Thomas fans will laugh when Percy has an accident at the chocolate factory; meet a new engine named Salty, who has a secret; and go through a tough day with Harold the Helicopter. Filled with gentle humor and lots of photo illustrations. From the Trade Paperback edition.

Spencer has to take the Duke and Duchess to Lord Callan''s birthday ball, but Thomas and his friends think there are quicker ways to travel! How many wheels will deliver the Duke and Duchess to Callan Castle? Based on the classic tales from the Reverend W. Awdry, with a stunning, modern look. Thomas Engine Adventures is a great way to pass on the tradition of Thomas to early readers. Children aged 2 and up will love meeting classic characters such as Percy, James, Gordon, and Toby down on The Fat Controller''s railway. These fun, short stories come with a bonus spot-and-see activity at the end. Perfect for bedtime. Thomas has been teaching children lessons about life and friendship for over 75 years. He ranks alongside other beloved character such as Paddington Bear, Winnie-the-Pooh and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage.

One restless night, Thomas looks out and sees a shooting star flash by. Determined to see where it went, Thomas sets out into the darkened countryside. The strange nighttime sights and noises add up to a wonderful after-dark adventure for Thomas. From the Hardcover edition.

IT IS HALLOWEEN, and Thomas and Mavis are working hard at the quarry in Anopha. On Halloween, Thomas is sent into town to pick up a special cargo, but he cannot see what he is pulling. Thomas loves Halloween, but hopes that his Special is full of treats, and not tricks! From the Hardcover edition.

"When Percy meets Thomas and a Dragon in the dark, he isn''t very happy. But the next day Thomas explains it all"--Page 16

Simple text and illustrations help children learn about counting.