The Transcontinental Railroad

By: Martin, Emmett

Railroads existed in the eastern part of the United States for many years before a transcontinental railroad was proposed. The huge undertaking was thought to be impossible--until a route was found that would work This book brings readers of all levels on a journey along the 1,800-mile-long track that was laid from Nebraska to California. Photographs and historical images of the time complement the low-level text perfect to engage struggling readers with this moment in U.S. history. The text supports knowledge building, a key component in the science of reading.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1978547196
• ISBN13: 9781978547193
• Release Date: July 2026
• Publisher: Enslow Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6