Ruskin Bond - Animals on the Train

Perfect for readers, who:
• Are delighted by quirky, light-hearted adventures with animals
• Enjoy stories set on trains, journeys and unexpected travel companions
• Want a fun, manageable chapter book for middle-grade readers (age ~ 6-10)

Why You'll Love It:
✅ A rollicking train-ride filled with animals: a parrot, a tiger cub, a mischievous squirrel — and one uninvited slithery guest!
✅ Short chapters and playful humour make it great for emerging readers who are ready to take the leap from picture-books to chapter books.
✅ Ruskin Bond’s vivid storytelling brings the chaos and charm of Indian travel to life in a fun way that sparks curiosity about animals, trains and family fun.

Also consider the below aspects before you select:
❌ The plot is more comedic and episodic than deeply dramatic or suspense-filled — readers expecting high stakes may find it gentle.
❌ Some of the travel/animal references (e.g., train carriages in India, a tiger cub’s behaviour, parrot Popeye) may raise questions for very young readers — a little guidance or discussion may enhance the enjoyment.

Verdict: A joyful, amusing chapter-book escapade packed with animal antics and travel-tales — a cheerful choice for young readers ready to giggle their way through one train journey and many unexpected companions.