The Train to Glasgow

By Wilma Horsbrugh

Book Overview

The train to Glasgow is about to depart from Donibristle Station. Mr. MacIver, the engine driver, is anxious to get going, and the guard is all set to wave his flag and blow his whistle. . . . But wait Here comes young Donald MacBrain, racing full-tilt. Will he make it? Yes, and just in time Donald, Mr. MacIver, the guard, various passengers, and some very lively feathered friends all play important roles in what turns out to be an unforgettable train ride to Glasgow. This exuberant tale by Wilma Horsbrugh, told in a cumulative rhyme in the style of "The House That Jack Built," has delighted generations of British youngsters. For its first appearance as a picture book, it has been strikingly illustrated by Paul Cox.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0618381430
• ISBN13: 9780618381432
• Release Date: April 2004
• Publisher: Clarion Books
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.3" x 0.5" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 4 to 7 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

Great book for Toddlers!

We had borrowed this book from the library and after it stayed at home for three months, I had to return it only to hear that same day "Where is Glasgow book?" Now, I have to buy our own copy! Both my 2-year-old and my 5-year-old love the book - they have almost memorized every line and recite it often and it has helped the older one to read on her own. We have read it every single evening since it appeared in the house and we love the melody of the language and the illustrations. We all greatly recommend it!

What a funny train trip!

I really enjoyed "The Train to Glasgow"! I'd just been in Scotland when I ordered this book & it brought back many fun memories! Loved the pictures too!

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This is a wonderful book for story time with the little ones, Especially if they like trains, This is a great adventure and transportation book.

Excellent Pre-Reader for the Train Mad

If your toddler is train mad, (who's aren't?), and you want something other than Dr Seuss (think Green Eggs and Ham), this is an excellent choice. I remember being read this poem by a Scottish friend of my father in the 60s, and although I can't exactly simulate his accent, my kids love the rythmic and repetitive rhymne, joining in with the the story as it flows along. The pictures in this edition are very well done, with a nice flowing motion and add a lot of enjoyment to the telling. Its a relatively quick read so boredom is not a issue. But be prepared to have to read this often - they'll love it!