FICTION

Wake Up, Freight Train!

by Danna Smith (text) & illus. by Jon Andersen

S. & S./Little Simon. Mar. 2022. 16p. Board $7.99. ISBN 9781534492516.

COPY ISBN

Toddler-PreS–Bound to be popular with young ones who like trains, these witty rhymes tell readers of each freight car’s function as they roll past on an all-night journey. The book’s lulling rhythm, like a clicking-clacking track, is fitting for bedtime as darker illustrations reveal sleepy animals watching the train chug by.

VERDICT This is surprisingly soothing fare, and sure to be a winding down favorite.

Reviewed by Rachel Mulligan , Apr 01, 2022

Be the first reader to comment.

Comment Policy:

Be respectful, and do not attack the author, people mentioned in the article, or other commenters. Take on the idea, not the messenger.
Don't use obscene, profane, or vulgar language.
Stay on point. Comments that stray from the topic at hand may be deleted.
Comments may be republished in print, online, or other forms of media.
If you see something objectionable, please let us know. Once a comment has been flagged, a staff member will investigate.