The 1947 Freedom Train

When stopped at a train crossing on the way home from a baseball game, Grandpa Charles is reminded of his experience as a young boy going aboard the 1947 Freedom Train.

Once he begins to tell about this memorable adventure and how much it still means to him, his grandchildren and their friends cannot stop asking questions. Grandpa's story inspires their imaginations to create their own Freedom Train made out of cardboard boxes that they paint and decorate all week. Soon the neighborhood kids jump on board and explore the powerful impact of this historical event, discovering a deeper understanding of freedom and what it means to be an American.

This is a fictional story about a historical event that will help remind children of the important documents that protect the freedom of Americans.

The real-life 1947 Freedom Train carried the nation's vital historical documents around the country to show them to Americans of all ages.

The Freedom Train's journey helped viewers see the laws that have worked to protect freedom for all Americans since the founding of the country.

Learning about the 1947 Freedom Train will also help today's children see the importance of honoring the men and women who have secured the country's freedoms, allowing its citizens to continue to live at peace.

Children will be inspired and motivated to impact the world themselves.

As Grandpa Charles says in telling Justin, Libby, Jaden, and Sonia about the 1947 Freedom Train, "New beginnings all start from caring ideas."