The Little Engine That Could

First published in 1930, Watty Piper’s The Little Engine That Could has become a timeless children’s classic that inspires children. The tale follows a modest blue engine that agrees to pull a train of toys over a mountain after stronger, larger engines decline. Its steady refrain—“I think I can”—underscores the book’s enduring message about resilience, optimism, and the quiet power of perseverance.