A review by wolfiegrrrl
The Little Engine That Could: The Complete, Original Edition by Watty Piper

inspiring lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Loveable characters? Yes

5.0

The story of the Little Blue Engine is so timeless and had such an impact on my childhood that I couldn't not share it with the preschooler I tutor. He isn't as fascinated by trains as my brothers and I were as kids, but he loves cars and trucks and other "things that go," so it got the job done. After all, the Little Blue Engine is an easy character for kids to root for. Short and sweet (and perhaps a little too simplistic) with a lot of repeating lines for kids to easily memorize, this charming tale is about perseverance and believing in yourself, sure, but it also presents a nice message about kindness and helping others.