How to Train a Train – Jason Carter Eaton

How to Train a Train by Jason Carter Eaton, illustrated by John Rocco, turns a giant locomotive into the most unusual pet a child could imagine. This funny and imaginative picture book teaches young train lovers how to find, care for, name, and train their very own “pet train” through playful storytelling and energetic illustrations.

A Funny Adventure for Train Lovers

Children discover where trains live, what they like to eat, how to attract them, and even how to teach them tricks. The playful idea of treating a locomotive like a household pet makes the story especially engaging for young readers who love vehicles and imaginative play.

John Rocco's detailed illustrations bring the enormous trains to life, while the humorous text encourages children to imagine a world where locomotives can be trained and cared for like pets. It is a fun choice for shared reading and storytime.

Book Details

• Author: Jason Carter Eaton
  
• Format: Hardcover
• Pages: 48
  
• Reading Age: 4–8 years
  
• Dimensions: 9.76 × 11.80 inches
• Category: Children's Picture Book, Trains, Transportation, Imagination & Play