The Little Engine That Could™ Earns Her Whistle

Little Blue Engine dreams of someday leaving the train yard to pull the big cars on the main line track, but can she convince Big Silver that she is worthy of being a main line engine? This dynamic musical portrays Watty Piper’s timeless tale about hard work, determination and the meaning of true friendship. Join us when, against all odds, Little Blue Engine conquers her fears and demonstrates the extraordinary strength in that beloved phrase: “I think I can!”

California Content Standards easily applied in your classroom:

• PK.AR.TH.4.1: Respond appropriately as an audience member.
• K.EN.RE.2.3: Connect to life experiences the information and events in texts.
• 1.EN.RE.3.2: Describe the roles of authors and illustrators and their contributions to print materials.

LESSON PLAN IDEA: Why is it important to believe in yourself? What role does confidence play in certain struggles? Discuss.

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