Watty Piper is the pseudonym used by Arnold Munk, a prominent American publisher and author best known for his classic children's book "The Little Engine That Could." Through this timeless tale, Piper has inspired generations with themes of perseverance and optimism. Munk, originally from Hungary, founded the publishing company Platt & Munk, which became renowned for its children’s literature, leaving a lasting impact on young readers worldwide.
I think I can, I think I can.
Choo-choo! Choo-choo!
I am a very little engine. I have never been over the mountain.
I have such a heavy load to pull up the mountain.
I must get over the mountain. I must. I must.
Puff, puff, chug, chug, went the little blue engine.
I have never been able to get over the mountain.
I won't give up! I'll do my best!
I can do it! I can do it!
I thought I could. I thought I could.
I must succeed! I must!
I am not very big, but I think I can.