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Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 1953
The Little Red Caboose
Written by Marian Potter and Tibor Gergely
A caboose dreams of being as admired as the steam engine.
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24 pages
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Bookroo's summary
A red caboose longs for the admiration given to the mighty steam engine leading the train. As it trails behind, it embarks on a journey to prove its worth and find its own place in the hearts of those it serves. Will the caboose discover that being at the end of the line can be just as important as leading the way? This timeless tale of self-discovery and acceptance is beautifully illustrated, capturing the spirit of adventure and the joy of finding one's unique value.
“But they save their biggest waves for the little red caboose. Because the little red caboose saved the train.”
— from the book
From the publisher
All aboard! This classic Little Golden Book, originally published in 1953, tells the tale of a charming red caboose who wants nothing more than to be as popular as the big steam engine at the front of the train. Boys and girls will love the inspiring tale and the colorful illustrations by Tibor Gergely.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 24
- Reading age
- 2–5
- Audience
- Picture
Themes & topics
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The fine print
Book details
Publication
- Published
- March 27, 2000
- First published
- January 1, 1953
- Publisher
- Golden Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Board Book
- Text details
- Arial Font
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780307021526
- LCCN
- 2007922648
- OCLC
- 151023570
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