Locomotive
written and illustrated by Brian Floca and published by Atheneum Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children’s Publishing
About
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CHUG-CHUG! HUFF-HUFF! Brian Floca invites us back in time to experience the excitement and danger of a family’s 1869 transcontinental rail journey. Flowing, detailed blank verse text and warm, thoroughly researched illustrations fuel the adventure. ALL ABOARD! for this stunning aural and visual celebration of early rail travel. WHOO-WHOO!
Awards Won
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Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal
91´«Ã½The Sibert Award honors the most distinguished informational book published in English in the preceding year for its significant contribution to children’s literature.
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2014 - Honor(s) |
