A Crack in the Track: A Thomas the Tank Engine Story (Thomas & Friends)

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Summary: Good Early Reader Book
Review: I would recommend this book to anyone whose child is a fan of Thomas the Train. My son just turned 4 and this is one of the first books that he has been able to read back to me. There are many passenges in the book that rhyme and this seems to really hold his attention. It is not so long that a tired parent would be unwilling to read it as a bed time story. I would have to say this book is probably my child's favorite.

Rating:
Summary: Good illustrations, great rhymes
Review: My son has loved Thomas the tank engine trains, stories, and videos since he was 2.5yrs old. We've progressed from simple board books to more complicated story lines. Since we purchased this book, he has wanted me to read it to him every night. I like the fact that the words are large enough so that we can start word identification, and the story is interesting as well! Also, all the popular engines are illustrated in full color and their numbers are evident for both color and number recognition. I want to know where we can buy more Dr Seuss beginner books with Thomas the Tank engine stories! Additionally, there are some adorable rhymes in this volume that are reminiscent of Dr Seuss.

Rating:
Summary: An excellent book
Review: This book is just excellent. It is very well written, no name calling this time, and just an easy rhyming book. Thomas learns that he cannot do anything unless he has a good track on which to run, but his other friends like Bertie the Bus also learn that they cannot do just anything at all as well. Thomas gets stuck by a crack in the track after a hailstorm, and Bertie gets stuck by a toad in the road! However, when the passengers walk to the next train station, all the trains are gone because they've all left and become stuck behind Thomas. James is last and has those bad freight cars with him so he cannot back up and let everyone out. Guess they don't have radios in the trains! However, the road crew come by and repair the track in the pouring rain, and the trains are able to get through once more. Thomas then returns to the station after Harold takes the passengers there and Thomas takes them to their destination. It's a very well written story and I particularly appreciated the much improved illustrations in this book. They're more life-like instead of appearing like statues in the video series. My little one just loves this book and it definitely has become a favorite for bedtime. Believe me, it doesn't take long for a three-year-old to be able to recite it back too! Great job!