# The Little Engine That Could: The Complete, Original Edition - Hardcover

by **Watty Piper** (Author)

**"I think I can, I think I can, I think I can..." Discover the inspiring story of the Little Blue Engine as she makes her way over the mountain in this beloved classic**\--the perfect gift to celebrate the special milestones in your life, from graduations to birthdays and more!****

The kindness and determination of the Little Blue Engine have inspired millions of children around the world since the story was first published in 1930. Cherished by readers for over ninety years, _The Little Engine That Could_ is a classic tale of the little engine that, despite her size, triumphantly pulls a train full of wonderful things to the children waiting on the other side of a mountain.

### Author Biography

Watty Piper is the pseudonym of Arnold Munk, author behind the classic retelling of _The Little Engine That Could_ and cofounder of Platt & Munk Publishers (now part of Grosset & Dunlap.) Munk's retelling of the beloved children's tale has sold millions of copies since its 1930 publication and inspired generations to believe they can.

**Number of Pages:** 48

**Dimensions:** 0.3 x 7 x 8.2 IN

**Illustrated:** Yes

**Publication Date:** July 31, 2001

**Award:** Indies Choice Book Awards (2009)

**Accelerated Reader:**

**Quiz Name:** Little Engine That Could

**Interest Level:** Lower Grades, K-3

**Reading Level:** 3.5

**Point Value:** 0.5

## Details

- **Price:** 10.99 USD
- **Vendor:** Books by splitShops
- **Type:** Books
- **Tags:** Books by splitShops, Shopify Collective

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