Ralph Rides the Rails

Ralph is back, and this time he can hardly contain his excitement when he learns he will be traveling with his parents aboard Amtrak's famous City of New Orleans train to Memphis, Tennessee. What begins as an exciting rail adventure soon becomes a meaningful journey through history. As Ralph watches the countryside roll past his train window, his parents share stories about Memphis and the importance of people, freedom, courage & equal rights. Ralph learns what it means to stand as "People", and the many opportunities that it brought upon us all today. Filled with trains, family, history, and inspiration, Ralph Rides the Rails: A Journey on the City of New Orleans is a heartwarming children's story that teaches young readers how journeys can lead not only to new places but also to a deeper understanding of the people and events that helped shape our world. Through Ralph's eyes, children learn that every trip can be an opportunity to explore, learn, and dream big.