All Aboard the Alaska Train - by Brooke Hartman (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Five shiny train cars roll down the railroad track, picking up passengers along the way-a porcupine, grizzly bear, caribou, and more. Soon the cars are packed, but now the train must go up a tall mountain. Will the Alaska Train reach its destination? All Aboard the Alaska Train takes you on a rumbling journey as you zoom across the tracks and meet some of the state's most famous animal residents. Included at the back is a glossary of the parts of a train, plus more information about the famous Alaska Train and a map of its route"--

Book Synopsis

★ "It's hard to imagine a more appealing picture book for introducing young children to the varied landscapes and wild animals of Alaska."-Booklist STARRED REVIEW
"A rousing, rhyming tour of Alaskan wildlife and scenery." -Kirkus Reviews
"A cheerful ode to Alaska . . . that is sure to leave readers demanding, "Again!""-School Library Journal

Toot toot! Come aboard the Alaska Train for a rollicking rhyming adventure with Alaska's favorite animals!

Five shiny train cars roll down the railroad track, picking up passengers along the way--a porcupine, grizzly bear, caribou, and more. Soon the cars are packed, but now the train must go up a tall mountain. Will the Alaska Train reach its destination?

All Aboard the Alaska Train takes you on a rumbling journey as you zoom across the tracks and meet some of the state's most famous animal residents. Included at the back is a glossary of the parts of a train, plus more information about the famous Alaska Train and a map of its route.

Review Quotes

★ "It's hard to imagine a more appealing picture book for introducing young children to the varied landscapes and wild animals of Alaska."-Booklist STARRED REVIEW

"A rousing, rhyming tour of Alaskan wildlife and scenery. . . .this book offers a perfect pairing of big, bright, expressive color illustrations and engaging read-aloud text. For budding train enthusiasts, animal lovers, and nature buffs." -Kirkus Reviews

"Rhyming railroad fun, until it's done is what this book is all about. . . Joseph's bright and inviting pictures fill the entire page. . . VERDICT: A cheefrul ode to Alaska, its animals, train system and landscape that is sure to leave readers demanding, "Again!"" -School Library Journal

About the Author

Brooke Hartman is an award-winning author of children's books, including The Littlest Airplane and Dream Flights on Arctic Nights. As the daughter of a former tour guide trainer for the Alaska Railroad and sister of an Alaska Railroad lineman, she has spent many a day, night, and weekend riding the rails, viewing spectacular scenery and spotting countless wildlife--though so far the only wildlife to join her on the ride are members of her own family. She lives in Chugiak, Alaska. Visit her at brookeahartman.com. John Joseph is an artist, illustrator, elementary school art teacher, and community leader. He has won the ACP Excellence inPublishing Award for Best Picture book and has illustrated for several children's books, including The Littlest Airplane andChickens on the Loose. He lives in Colorado with his wife, two sons, and a German Shepherd.,