An easy and fun explanation about how trains work, including the role of drivers and traffic signals.
Okay, let’s think about cars and trains!
Just like cars need a driver to help them go where they need to, trains also need a driver. The driver of a train is called an engineer. They sit in a special place at the front of the train and help it go fast or slow down, just like how your mom or dad drives a car.
Now, trains don’t just go anywhere! They have special tracks, like train highways, that they must follow. These tracks help the train stay safe and go where it needs to go. But, on these tracks, trains also have to follow signals! Just like traffic lights tell cars when to stop or go, trains follow special lights called semaphores.
Semaphores are like big arms that raise up or down. When the arm is up, it means the train has to stop; when it’s down, it means the train can go. This helps keep trains safe and makes sure they don’t bump into each other.
So, remember: trains have drivers like cars, run along special tracks, and follow signals to know when to stop and go!