The Railway Children
E. Nesbit
When Roberta, Peter and Phyllis's father is taken away and they move to a tiny cottage in the countryside, the only advantage is the nearby railway. Join them on their adventures as they befriend all those who work with the trains, prevent a railway disaster and try to discover the truth behind their father's disappearance. The Railway Children, a much-loved children's classic, was first published in 1906 and has never been out of print.
Reviews
It was a great book because I liked what the children did. It was also lovely because I liked all the things I got to read about trains.
Anonymous 29.08.2023
Good story
Marshal Adolpho Pudding-Basin 10.08.2023
didnot like
Empress Viper Bobble-hat 03.08.2023
I loved this book
Queen Jet Biscuits 29.07.2023
Amazing book and a great classic book
Sir Quincy Spinner 06.09.2022
I loved this book - the children always seemed to have a different adventure every day in the country. There is also a very happy ending for the children. My favourite character was Bobbie as she was clever, brave and kind. I would definitely recommend this book to my friends.
Doctor Petunia Turkey 09.08.2022
It didn't interest me when I read it in school.. it was pain boring
Madam Magnolia Bojangles 15.07.2022
Fiction Book I liked all the children in the book as all them have different roles in the story. Highly recommend is book to anyone
Esquire Merlin Sherbet 24.08.2021
It was a fairly nice book but it didn't much have a story behind it, which is something I would rather avoid. Even so, the characters are nicely described and on the whole they are well thought of. Altogether, I would say anyone who likes to learn and hear a tale at he same time should definitely try this book out.
Coach Flossy Dalmatian 18.08.2021
It was very calming. I would recommend this book to some one because it very enjoyable.
Sir Trigger Eragon 13.08.2021
Mm i think you might like it if you like sad and emotional storys.
Doctor Gloriana Manatee 26.07.2021
A timeless classic - this must be on everyone's reading list. The vocabulary is old fashioned but don’t let that stop you from reading it - I really liked the descriptions of the steam trains.
Duchess Pansy Casserole 14.07.2021
I read The Railway Children by E. Nesbit. I liked it because there were lots of dramatic moments in the story. My favourite character is Phyllis because of how she is a a peacekeeper between the rows the children get into. In would definitely recommend this to anyone over the age of 9
Marshal Bruno Foxtail 01.09.2020
It was amazing how three kids save the railway when a small landslide collapses over the railway near their home. Their is also an old gentleman who helps them save their father who was framed. I would recommend this book to people who like adventures set in the olden days with happy endings.
Viscountess Ursula Mystery 31.08.2020
This was amazing and it was full of adventures
Fairy Amazonia Ketchup 30.08.2020
I liked it when they found their daddy.
Professor Dobbin Peanut-butter 27.08.2020
The book is better than the film. The personalities of the characters are not right in the film.
Professor Sapphire Spaceship 23.08.2020
This book is set in Edwardian period and is about three children who have to move to countryside because something has happened to their father. After they move to the countryside each chapter is it's own little story about different adventures they have. As they have their adventures they save multiple lives and make new friends. They always work together and have a positive attitude. Will the children find out what happened to their father and ever see him again? I would this book to all children from the age of 8 upwards.
Judge Iguana Racoon 19.08.2020
The Railway Children was such a heartwarming classic story, by the wonderful Edith Nesbit, all about siblings, families and love. It was really exciting and tense and I kept leaping off the edge of my seat in excitement. It's about three siblings - Bobbie (the oldest. She's kind and considerate; her full name is Roberta), Peter (the middle one. He's quite unruly and annoys the girls a lot!) and Phil (the youngest. As lovely as Phil is, she can't help getting into pickles and scrapes, but everyone loves her). One usual day, their father goes missing and they have to leave their home to a poor cottage (Three Chimneys) in the countryside by the railway. Whilst mother is upset and keeps herself private, writing stories, the children explore the railway and the countryside, and get up to all sorts of fun. Meanwhile, where is father...? My favourite character is probably Bobbie, because she's so kind and loving, and whenever mother is upset, Bobbie will always be there for her. I also love Phil, because she's very funny! I would recommend this book to people who like the countryside, love and the railway, aged 7-11.
Fairy Mildred Mouse 19.07.2020
It was ok but not much happened. I like Peter the best. I would recommend it to someone if they like books that aren't really full of action
General Flash Washington 11.07.2020