find reviews

 

ages

reset

entertainment type

topics

reset
show more topics

more ways to browse

reset
 

Register to stay informed about the latest media for your kids with our newsletters.

About our rating system
ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
PAUSE: Know your child; some content may not be right for some kids.
OFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
Learning ratings
Best: Really engaging, excellent learning approach.
Very Good: Engaging, very good learning approach.
Good: Pretty engaging, good learning approach.
Fair: Somewhat engaging, okay learning approach.
Not for Learning: Not recommended for learning.
Not for Kids: Not age-appropriate for kids; not recommended for learning.
Our child development rating guidelines

All reviews for trains

28 results
  • Review
    Steam Train, Dream Train

    Jolly animals load a train in this dream of a bedtime book.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    Select
    By Tom Lichtenheld, Sherri Duskey Rinker
    (Book, 2013)
  • Review
    LEGO City Undercover

    The game promotes exploration, discovery, and imagination in a colorful and cartoonish world that feels like the world's biggest LEGO collection come to life.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Nintendo Wii U
    (Game, 2013)
  • Review
    SimCity

    Exciting but technically flawed city-building simulation.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: Windows
    (Game, 2013)
  • Review
    Etiquette & Espionage

    Delightful steampunk fantasy about girl spies and assassins.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    Select
    By Gail Carriger
    (Book, 2013)
  • Review
    Just One Day

    Mature romance explores love, travel, and self-discovery.
    AGE
    15
     
    Learning
    Select
    By Gayle Forman
    (Book, 2013)
  • Review
    Linnea in Monet's Garden

    Wonderful intro to art and Monet through a kid's eyes.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    Select
    By Christina Bjork, Lena Anderson
    (Book, 2012)
  • Review
    Toca Train

    Virtual train set for fun, discovery learning.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Thomas & Friends: Blue Mountain Mystery: The Movie

    Sleuthing story has worthy messages for preschoolers.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    Select
    (DVD, 2012)
  • Review
    Railsea

    Train captain pursues giant moles in clever pirate parody.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    Select
    By China Mieville
    (Book, 2012)
  • Review
    The Little Engine That Could

    Charming, encouraging picture book engages and inspires.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    Select
    By Watty Piper
    (Book, 2012)
  • Review
    Thomas & Friends: All-Star Tracks

    Classic train tunes are great for young Thomas fans.
    AGE
    2
     
    Learning
    Select
    By Various Artists
    (Music, 2011)
  • Review
    The Little Engine That Could

    Young train fans will enjoy this message-filled ride.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    Select
    (DVD, 2011)
  • Review
    Trainyard

    Route trains to correct stations in this innovative stumper.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2010)
  • Review
    Chuggington

    Young "trainees" teach preschoolers important social skills.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    Select
    (TV, 2010)
  • Review
    Dinosaur Train

    Young dino's travels teach kids about science and diversity.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    Select
    (TV, 2009)
  • Review
    Train Master

    Runaway train story boring, but has some positive messages.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    Select
    (DVD, 2009)
  • Review
    A Bear Called Paddington

    Delightful classic about a bear adopted by a London family.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    Select
    By Michael Bond
    (Book, 2008)
  • Review
    Lomax
    Musical dog's travels turn kids on to folk tunes.
    AGE
    4
     
    Learning
    Select
    (TV, 2008)
  • Review
    The Polar Express

    Book-based treat is full of adventure and positive messages.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    Select
    (DVD, 2005)
  • Review
    Thomas & Friends: Calling All Engines!

    Thomas and friends adventure offers lessons in cooperation.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    Select
    (DVD, 2005)
  • Review
    Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends

    Thomas and his train friends huff and chuff around.
    AGE
    3
     
    Learning
    Select
    (TV, 2005)
  • Review
    Throw Momma from the Train

    Dark '80s comedy with slapstick and sexual content.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    Select
    (DVD, 2005)
  • Review
    Thunderbirds

    Exciting kid space-action without being too scary.
    AGE
    8
     
    Learning
    Select
    (DVD, 2004)
  • Review
    Spider-Man 2

    A popcorn pleasure with heart, soul, and insight.
    AGE
    11
     
    Learning
    Select
    (DVD, 2004)
  • Review
    587: The Great Train Robbery

    Very appealing to kids who love trains.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    Select
    (DVD, 2004)