A big-hearted story from incredible new talent Jess Horn with joyful illustrations by Hayley Wells, Train of Thought is a fun-filled ride through the twists and turns of a runaway imagination.
Andy has a brilliant imagination, and it carries him to the most amazing places. Mum calls it his train of thought. But, when it’s time for real-world tasks, Andy’s train doesn’t always stop! Can Andy find a way to be a treasure hunter and sit down in time for dinner?
Train of Thought will delight readers aged 3 to 7 – and everyone and anyone who can relate to getting swept up in their imagination!
EMBRACE IMAGINATION: empowers young children to use their creativity and imagination to overcome challenges.
CELEBRATE NEURODIVERSITY: written from the lens of a neurodiverse child who hyperfocuses, Train of Thought offers constructive and affirming ways of talking about neurodiversity.
CREATIVE THINKING: Andy’s ingenious solutions in the story will resonate with young readers who struggle with self-awareness and self-regulation.
AN ADVENTURE-PACKED RIDE: Hayley Wells’ illustrations are bursting with colourful detail, as Andy’s train journey takes him from one inventive world to the next.
PERFECT FOR:
- Kids (and grown-ups!) with big imaginations
- Train and transport enthusiasts
- Parents, grandparents and carers
- Teachers, librarians and story-time readers
- Fans of All of the Factors of Why I Love Tractors (Bell & Lovlie) and The Polar Express (Chris Van Allsburg)
