Steam Train, Dream Train STEM Invitation

Our favorite Steam Train, Dream Train is pulling back into bookstores this fall—just in time to deliver double the joy for the holidays!  Since its debut more than a decade ago, this bedtime classic has captured the hearts of children and parents everywhere. Beloved for its soothing rhythm and whimsical illustrations, it remains a timeless night time favorite.

This season, families can hop aboard a brand-new special edition, complete with shiny foil finishes and a keepsake foldout poster—perfect for gifting or treasuring with little ones.

But that’s not all—the adventure continues! On October 7, 2025, the crew sets off on a brand-new holiday journey in Steam Train, Dream Train: Next Stop Christmas. Get ready for festive fun as the familiar animal friends go full steam ahead into the holiday season, celebrating Christmas and helping little readers drift off into cozy, wintry dreams.

At Tinkerwonderplay, we love bringing stories to life through hands-on play. Here’s a fun STEM-inspired building activity you can set up to pair with the book:

Invitation to Play – Dream Train Holiday Build

• Train 

• Picasso Tiles (Picasso Tiles, Race Track Add Ons, Car Construction, Expansion Car Truck Building Blocks)

•  Animal figurines

• Color-changing LED lights

Encourage kids to design their own glowing Dream Train world—complete with tracks, animals, and a holiday glow! It’s the perfect way to connect literacy, creativity, and STEM learning.