Books by Rev. W. Awdry

14 books · Ages 3–9

Known for the The Railway Series series, Rev. W. Awdry writes picture books and middle grade for ages 3–9, exploring themes of trains, vehicles & machines, history.

Series

The Three Railway Engines
The Three Railway Engines
Gordon the Big Engine
The Railway Series
14 books · Ages 3–9

By Age Range

Ages 0–3
13 books
Percy the Small Engine
The Eight Famous Engines
The Twin Engines
Ages 4–7
14 books
Percy the Small Engine
The Eight Famous Engines
Duck and the Diesel Engine
Ages 8–11
6 books
The Eight Famous Engines
Duck and the Diesel Engine
Branch Line Engines

Common Themes

TrainsVehicles & MachinesHistoryPride & AccomplishmentResilience & PerseveranceTeamwork & CollaborationFriendship & LoyaltyBeing Different

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