Big Blue Train

by Julia Jarman

All aboard for a rollicking rumpus—lots of animals, humor, and steam train fun! They set off for the seaside, with various animal friends jumping, leaping, and squashing aboard along the way, but will everyone manage to squeeze on, and just why is everyone heading for the seaside? A brilliant second title from Julia and Adrian, the team that brought you the bright and bouncy award-winning Big Red Bath .

Genres: Childrens, Picture Books

32 pages, Paperback

First published August 21, 2008

About the author

Julia Jarman is a British author of books for children of all reading ages and ability.

Reviews

[Nicola · Rating 3 out of 5]

We've read other Julia Jarman books, most recently the Big Red Bath with it's splish splash splosh. Miss 3 likes that the characters joining the kids can all be spotted in the background as a toy or slippers or room decoration. This one is a little different in that they go through different environments (like the jungle, desert, snow etc.) instead of largely being restricted to one room. Miss 3 liked the beach birthday party that the train goes to.

[Mr Kenneth Gutman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Blow the whistle, Bella! Pull the handle, Ben!

Adventurous Jack takes on a grumpy eating and the other princesses are feeling gloomy too late to be mean that the government has been a bit like to be mean

[Bookworm · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great book for young children. There's so much going on in the story and the large, colourful illustrations gives children plenty to point out and talk about. Hope to check out other books by this author.

[Janey · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fun and easy read, plus a great 3rd birthday present!

[Clemens · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mir gefällt der Reim und die Geschichte, die Jungs finden die Bilder super!

[Kayleigh · Rating 4 out of 5]

Jarman and Reynolds have created an awsome adventure story. The main characters Bella and Ben introduce children to excellent vocabulary that will aid development in literacy. This would be an excellent resource in an early years setting as it also teaches children about the world around them. Children are transported to the north pole, desert and a jungle. The illusrtations bring the story alive for the children and the whole class were engaged throughout.