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  • Published: 30 April 2018
  • ISBN: 9781524784683
  • Imprint: Grossett
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 80
  • RRP: $29.99

You Can!

Words of Wisdom from the Little Engine That Could



The Little Engine That Could is one of the most popular and enduring children's stories of all time, and for more than eighty-five years, this classic character has encouraged readers to try their hardest to achieve their dreams. This story of determination and inspiration has now been reimagined in a charming, illustrated gift book that will speak to readers no matter what the age and no matter what the challenge. This is the perfect gift for graduation, and for everyone who may need to be reminded, "You Can!"

The classic character that has inspired generations of children to believe in themselves will now inspire readers of every age in this book filled with encouraging words of wisdom.

Everybody needs a little downtime for maintenance.
There will always be obstacles you don't anticipate.
Wake up ready for an adventure.

The Little Engine That Could is one of the most popular and enduring children's stories of all time, and for more than eighty-five years, this classic character has encouraged readers to try their hardest to achieve their dreams. This story of determination and inspiration has now been reimagined in a charming, illustrated gift book that will speak to readers no matter what the age and no matter what the challenge. This is the perfect gift for graduation, and for everyone who may need to be reminded, "You Can!"

  • Published: 30 April 2018
  • ISBN: 9781524784683
  • Imprint: Grossett
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 80
  • RRP: $29.99

About the authors

Watty Piper

Watty Piper is the pseudonym of Arnold Munk, author behind the classic retelling of The Little Engine That Could and cofounder of Platt & Munk Publishers (now part of Grosset & Dunlap.)  Munk's retelling of the beloved children's tale has sold millions of copies since its 1930 publication and inspired generations to believe they can.