A collection of stories featuring the adventures of Thomas the Tank Engine and his friends James, Percy, Gordon, and Harold.

Thomas comes to the rescue when a rail car transporting a shark to the Sodor aquarium comes loose.

When Thomas and Percy smell smoke, they know there's one engine who can help. Can Flynn race to the rescue in time?

"There is a volcano in the new Dinosaur Park. Some engines think it will erupt! What will Thomas do?"--Page 4 of cover.

Ho Ho Ho! Thomas is full steam ahead as a Really Useful Reindeer, saving the day by guiding Santa's sleigh straight to the Sodor Christmas celebration! When snowfall transforms the island of Sodor into a winter wonderland, Thomas discovers that being safe is the best route to holiday fun. Percy makes everyone's Christmas wishes come true and Gordon discovers his friends' special skills are the gifts that keep on giving, all year long!

After a monstrous storm on the Island of Sodor, a landslide unearths some very unusual footprints. Thomas and Percy are eager to find out what could have made these marks but obstacles and danger seem to appear around every bend in the track. With the help of new friends, a little digging, and a heap of courage, they discover the surprising answer and, along the way, uncover the true meaning of bravery.

"Settle down with 12 adventure-filled tales that follow Thomas the Tank Engine and his railway friends all around the Island of Sodor. Each of these stories is perfect for reading aloud in just five minutes. They're ideal for naptime, quiet time, bedtime--or any time!"--