Trains (Mechanic Mike's Machines) by David West

Mechanic Mike's Machines

by David West

Mechanic Mike knows loads about all sorts of trains. From the fastest MAGLEV trains to early steam trains, find out how much these specialist machines weigh, where they are used, the type of engines they have and lots of other amazing bite-sized facts. Part of the series Mechanic Mike's Machines. Introductory books for young readers aged 5+ in the high-interest area of all things mechanical.

Mass Market Paperback

First published August 1, 2014

About the author

David West is a graphic designer, illustrator and author of children's information books. He has produced over 500 titles on subjects ranging from dinosaurs and mythology to technology and science. Some of his best known titles include Brain Surgery for Beginners, 53 1/2 Things that Changed the World and Dinosaurs in My Street.

David went to art school in Kingston-upon-Thames and Harrow, where he specialised in information graphics. He lives in south west London with his wife, two sons, a cat and a goldfish who's over 14 years old.

When he's not illustrating, writing and designing he can be found fishing for salmon in Scottish rivers or painting portraits for fun.

Reviews

[Jacinda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Gotta love a book that not only teaches your toddler something new but also teaches you something new at the same time. The basic format of the book is simple facts about different types of trains with extra facts such as the speed and number of crew members to drive the train. Ideal for reading to a young train enthusiast or for an older reader to read to themselves.

[Heri · Rating 3 out of 5]

buku yang cukup informatif dengan penjelasan ringan, cocok untuk anak 6-12 yang baru belajar membaca
disertai gambar dan istilah yang tidak rumit, bisa dipakai sebagai buku latihan membaca sambil belajar mengenal benda atau hal-hal yang ada yang bermanfaat untuk manusia

[Robin Raines-Bond · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nice illustrations and simple text. I wish it would have labeled a little more about the workings of trains, but overall a nice book.

[Kimberly · Rating 3 out of 5]

Love this concept. I thought the text was a little too basic but the illustrations are well-done.

[Sandy Sopko · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nice cutaway pictures, I wish there was more information about how each power unit operates.