Model Trains: Creating Tabletop Railroads

by David Jefferis

Overview

Model trains are about more than building each car. It is also about building realistic surroundings for the train to travel through. This compelling introduction to model making explains the mathematics of scale, how clockwork, electric, and steam trains work, and the difference between building from a kit and building from scratch. Tips on painting, cutting and filing, cementing, and basic electronics help build fine-motor skills. Young readers are encouraged to build patience, concentration, perseverance, and problem-solving.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780778750215
Publisher:	Crabtree Publishing Company
Publication date:	09/25/2018
Series:	Model-Making Mindset
Pages:	32
Sales rank:	956,673
Product dimensions:	8.10(w) x 10.70(h) x 0.40(d)
Lexile:	980L (what's this?)
Age Range:	10 - 14 Years

Table of Contents

What is a model train? 4

Scales and gauges 6

The most popular size of all 8

Your workspace setup 10

Aiming for realism 12

Planning your layout 14

Building a layout 16

Electronic control 18

Scenic worlds in miniature 20

Buildings and structures 22

Bridges and tunnels 24

Garden rail 26

What's next? 28

Glossary 30

Websites 31

Index 32