Adult Trains, Rails, and Tales Virtual Gallery
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Early World of Learning - for Preschoolers and Children »
The Early World of Learning invites you to get on the move! Visit the Know It section for narrated stories that help young learners discover trains.
Junior Edition - K12 »
This fun and easy database for students can be used to find information about trains of yesterday and today. Use the subject search to read and learn all about trains and railways.
Kids InfoBits K-5 »
Kids InfoBits was developed especially for beginning researchers in kindergarten through grade 5. Explore the stories of the railroads.
Read the Books »
Looking for a good book? This resource offers great suggestions and ideas for all kids! Whether you’re reading about trains, or the people who love them, this database will help you find fun reads for the right grade level.
Build A Train Lite
Choose your engine and your train cars! This free app offers a virtual train set for kids.
iTunes | Website
Chuggington: Be Safe!
This free app is brought to you by The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Kids, take the safety pledge and become a Safety Trainee.
iTunes | Website
Thomas & Friends: Engine Activities
Kids, ride the rails with this interactive app for little engineers. Tap to play with puzzles, matching games and Thomas' friends.
iTunes | Website
Railroads and History »
Every train has a story behind it. Find books on the first transcontinental railroad, the people who helped build it, and the many people who rode it.
Trains, Rails, and Tales Reading List »
Get ready to take a trip along the railways with this recommended reading list for kids. You'll find great books about trains, rails, and tales.
Train Travel Videos »
Trains, learning, and fun all in one! Watch your favorite train characters as they travel on new adventures.
Chuggington on Disney Junior »
Get to know the Chuggers while learning valuable lessons with the trainees by playing games, watching Chuggington episodes, and coloring along with Disney Junior.
LEGO.com City: Trains »
Foster your child's creativity and learning with the virtual playground that is LEGO.com. LEGO City's fun zone brings you games, downloads, and an interactive cartoon that will keep you workin' on that railroad!
Lionel Trains: Central Station »
Explore the magic of the Lionel Trains tradition. Visit Central Station for coloring pages, to create your own boxcar, and play games.
Thomas and Friends »
Enjoy growing up with Thomas the Tank Engine. Games, videos and activities are here for all of Thomas' friends.
