Diane Murrell Knihy

Exploring themes of acceptance and understanding, this book highlights Tobin's friends as they learn to appreciate his unique traits, including his discomfort with change and sensitivity to noise. Through their journey, they discover the importance of kindness and empathy in fostering friendships. This story serves as a valuable resource for parents and teachers, emphasizing mutual understanding and the beauty of diversity in relationships. The charming characters demonstrate how embracing differences can strengthen bonds among friends.

Join Tobin as he learns how to be a good friend! Tobin is a lonely red engine who cannot seem to make friends. But with the help of his buddies, he discovers that there are little things he can do to be nicer to those around him. Tobin soon finds that he is surrounded by friends who truly enjoy working and playing with him.