The DCC System varies between simple and complex. DCC controls are now available as handheld controllers or as apps on smartphones and tablets. Robert said: “When you go around a corner and the road slopes, we call that cant. You want as little cant as possible through a platform because it tilts the train and makes the step off the train larger for passengers.”

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The Time Train does not require rails to function as a land vehicle. This can be seen in the episodes " Clara's Folks" and " Put on Your Thinking Caps, Kids! It's Time for Mr. Wisdom!" , in which the train drives on desert ground. The ability to control multiple trains, uninterrupted lighting and sound are only a few of the benefits of DCC operation. I strongly suggest that you build the finished board from sections no bigger than 1200mm x 600mm - this size of timber sheet is widely available and easily transportable.Following instructions: Give your child an instruction to follow depending on their skill level (i.e. For 1-2 year olds: one level instruction such as “Where’s the train?”, “Make the train stop”; for 2-3 year olds: 2 step instructions such as “Put the train on the bridge”; for 3-4 year olds: 3 step instructions such as “Give me the train, carriage and stop sign). You can take it in turns to give each other instructions so that your child starts to learn about turn taking and joint interactions. Motivator: Use the activity as a motivating tool to encourage your child to complete other tasks which they are less interested in (e.g. First complete the puzzle, then you can play with the train).

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first/middle/last: If you have several carriages for the train, make a long train and talk about which carriage is first/middle/last. Boundary setting: Set a limited amount of time your child is allowed to play with the activity (e.g. 10 minutes). Meanwhile, the crew built the station’s car park and started work on signage and fencing. First fix Just place them in the landscape as per the plan. There are many plastic kits available, some of the best come from Wills and Ratio. Metcalfe laser cut card kits are a fantastic range of building kits covering railway structures, industrial buildings, rural buildings and domestic dwellings.Vocabulary: Encourage your child to name an item before giving it to them and to talk about the different parts on the train (e.g. wheels, engine) and within the train set (e.g. bridge, platform, station, mountain).

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You have to decide whether to model a real railway or to create your own imaginary railway world. Trying to recreate a real-life railway is very difficult and requires a lot of detailed planning. Paint and decorate the scenery to your liking, you can also use new developments such as static grass. Add trees, bushes, and other plants to add extra height and variation to the model countryside. Most model railways are built in either OO or N scale, but there are other options available as well. Glue and clamp the batons in place, they should form a simple ladder or H shape - caution - try not to put a stretcher-bar where you might need a point motor

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Some manufacturers now offer finished buildings and structures constructed from resin. The ready-for-use building is nicely detailed and pre-painted. Expand play: When your child is playing with their train set, gradually introduce other toy items (e.g. cars, toy people) into the play sequence. Model and encourage appropriate play sequences (e.g. the car and train having a race, toy people getting off the train and then going home in the car) and hopefully this will develop your child’s interest in other toys. For anyone starting the hobby afresh today then DCC makes the most sense to future proof your investment. 6) Scenery Whether plastic, wooded, or themed and licensed (e.g. Thomas the Tank Engine) you’re likely to find one that your child will enjoy! Armed with a train set, let the games begin… We have an article ' Model Railway Scales and Gauges Explained', which will teach you about the different scales and help you choose the one that is best.