Now in board format for our littlest Thomas enthusiasts!
When Bertie refuses to race with Thomas, leading to The Fat Controller sending him to the Steamworks, Thomas feels he's lost his status as a Really Useful Engine. Little does he know that The Fat Controller and all his friends are busy planning a surprise birthday party to show him just how special he is!
"Happy Birthday, Thomas!"
For 75 years, Thomas has been sharing valuable lessons about life and friendship. He stands proudly alongside cherished characters like Paddington Bear, Winnie-the-Pooh, and Peter Rabbit, contributing to our literary heritage.
About the Author:
Reverend Wilbert Awdry, born in Hampshire in 1911, created the tales of the Thomas the Tank engines. Growing up near the railway, he firmly believed that steam engines had distinct personalities, often imagining conversations between them. As an adult, when his son Christopher fell ill with measles, Awdry began crafting stories about Thomas the Tank Engine and friends to entertain him. The popularity of the Railway Series books soared after the first publication in 1945, with Awdry writing a total of 26 Railway books before his son took over the series. The legacy continued with numerous highly acclaimed Thomas the Tank Engine TV series and films.
More Thomas stories to share:
Thomas & Friends: Thomas and the Spring Surprise
Thomas & Friends: A Day at the Football
Thomas & Friends: A Visit to London for Thomas the Tank Engine
- Format/Binding: Board Book
- Number of pages: 24
- Audience: Children
- For Ages: 2+ years old
Our product #: 222675
