The Railroad
The Railroad by Bobbie Kalman, published by Crabtree Publishing Company in 1999, is a 32-page exploration of the transformative impact of railroads in 19th century America. This edition presents authentic photographs that vividly illustrate the early days of rail travel, highlighting how it became the fastest and most economical means of reaching the North American West. Readers will discover the workings of the steam engine, the process of laying tracks, and the diverse backgrounds of the workers who built the railroads.
In this book, children will learn about various aspects of railroad life, including the different jobs performed on trains and the distinctions between first and third class travel. The narrative also addresses the cultural tensions among immigrant workers and the resistance of Native Americans to the encroachment of railroads into their territories. With its focus on history and transportation, this title provides a comprehensive look at a pivotal era in American development.
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Authentic photographs help bring to life the early days of The Railroad, a revolution in travel that quickly replaced the wagon train as the fastest, cheapest means to reach the North American West. Children will learn: – how the steam engine worked and how tracks were laid – who built the railroads and how cultural differences between immigrant workers created prejudice – what kind of jobs were performed on the train – the different kinds of railway stations – how first class travel differed from third class – how Native Americans resisted the illegal invasion of the railroad into their territories
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