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When it comes to teaching emotions and problem solving, Thomas is a Really Useful Engine. These activities are designed to bring the life lessons from Thomas stories into their everyday.

New York Toy Fair 2018

New Thomas & Friends™ toys showcased at the New York Toy Fair!

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DIY Thomas Easter Engine

This train-themed Easter craft is "egg-stra" cute

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DIY Thomas Sled

Sledding is even more fun with a Thomas snow saucer

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DIY Veggie Trains

Vegetables taste better when they're shaped like trains!

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DIY Train Track Placemat

Make their next meal train-tastic!

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DIY Thomas Photo Booth

This cute prop is picture-perfect!

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DIY Autumn Tree Cookies

Your kids will fall for this cute treat!

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DIY Friendship Bracelets

These bracelets are colorful, fun, and easy enough to make today!

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DIY Train Track Massage Shirt

This handmade tee will make everyone happy!

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DIY Volcano Explosion

This volcano explosion activity will have your kids bubbling over with excitement!

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How to Throw a Gordon Birthday Party!

These easy birthday party ideas will put your celebration on the fast track to fun

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How to Make a No-Bake Thomas Cake

It all starts with a store-bought pound cake!

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DIY Thomas MINIS Clock

So you can run right on time!

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DIY Cupcake Stand

Your train-lover will have a very happy birthday party with this cupcake stand as the centerpiece!

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DIY Thomas Fidget Spinner

For your fidgety little one!

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DIY Thomas Pull Apart Cake

This oh-so-easy cake is a big hit with train-loving kids!

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DIY Thomas Cake Pops

How to Make Thomas the Tank Engine Cake Pops

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DIY Thomas Tunnel Cake

How to Make a Thomas the Tank Engine Tunnel Cake

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DIY Trick or Treat Bag

There's no cuter way to haul your Halloween loot!

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DIY Thomas Pumpkin

This no-carve pumpkin craft is a cute, easy way to add a touch of Thomas to your Halloween decor!

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DIY Thomas Halloween Costume

Go trick-or-treating in style with this awesome Thomas costume!

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DIY Thomas MINIS Ornament

Add a little Thomas to your Christmas tree!

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Thomas Valentine

Make a Thomas & Friends^® Valentine!

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DIY Thomas Terrarium

Thomas fans will love displaying this MINI terrarium!

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Top 5 Favorite DVDs

And the all-time favorite Thomas adventure is…

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DIY Thomas Cardboard Box

For a party day (or any day!), kids will love playing with this fun craft

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DIY Glitter Dough

Beat boredom and put some of your basic pantry supplies to use with this fun craft

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DIY Train Felt Board

The best part? You can rearrange the scenery!

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DIY Mountain Tunnel

All you'll need is some cardboard, paper, and basic supplies

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DIY Train Shelf

See how to make a train shelf!

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Travel Tips for Thomas Fans

Hint: Bringing loads of trains is totally normal...

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DIY Train Chalkboard

Make a train-themed chalkboard for your little engineer!

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DIY Birthday Cakes

Easy DIY train birthday cakes your little engineer will love!

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9 Awesome Train Crafts

All aboard for fun with these transportation-themed art projects!

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7 Train-Themed Treats

Take snacktime up a notch with these fun foods kids will love!

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DIY Birthday Party

Throw a splendid Thomas & Friends party with these easy DIYs!

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Practice Teamwork

Thomas knows that working together helps to get the job done.

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Explore Emotions

Thomas is very good at expressing his emotions.

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Everyone Is Special

In each Thomas episode, the engines learn that they are all special in their own way.

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Follow Directions

Thomas knows that following directions is important. Here are some activities that you and your child can do together to learn how to follow directions.

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On Track Off Track

A variation of hide-and-go-seek and hot-and-cold, this game is good for up to six friends to get working together!

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