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By Joly Herman
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Cheerful series shows that hard work can be fun.
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Chuggington: Tales From the Rails
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What's the Story?
In CHUGGINGTON: TALES FROM THE RAILS, the trains of Chuggington are hard at work. Some need to transport goods from one place to another. Some need to help organize the loading dock. Some trains push other trains when they are in need of repairs. They sing while they work, they play while they work, and they enjoy their work. There are tasks and mishaps that keep them on the move, but all the trains work as a team to make Chuggington a better place.
Is It Any Good?
Cheerful, bouncy, and busy, the trains of Chuggington model good behavior in a fun show. Kids who are train fans are going to love Chuggington: Tales from the Rails. Remniscent of Thomas the Tank Engine, but with way less creepy facial features, this show focuses on working together for the good of the group. It's got enough zip to keep active kids interested, and it's got good lessons about friendship for preschoolers. Girls don't get lost here either -- there are strong female characters who have good ideas in this show.
Parents may be relieved to find the musical numbers to be pretty catchy -- the production quality is surprisingly good. Kids will enjoy the adventures and tasks the trains are asked to fulfill. With lessons about teamwork and the value of mistakes, there are enough positive messages to keep everyone happy.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the importance of teamwork in Chuggington: Tales from the Rails. Why must the trains work together? How do you work with your friends as a team?
Sometimes curiosity gets the trains in trouble. Has your curiosity ever gotten you into a difficult situation?
The trains love to work together to get things done. What do you like to work at doing?
TV Details
- Premiere date : August 9, 2021
- Network : Disney Junior
- Genre : Educational
- Topics : Adventures , Arts ( Music and Sing-Along ) , Transportation ( Trains )
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- Last updated : September 30, 2025
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