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Polar Express : A Christmas Holiday Book for Kids by Chris Van Allsburg (2015, Picture Book)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherHarperCollins
ISBN-100544580141
ISBN-139780544580145
eBay Product ID (ePID)208607614
Product Key Features
Edition30
Book TitlePolar Express : a Christmas Holiday Book for Kids
Number of Pages32 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2015
TopicClassics, Transportation / Railroads & Trains, Holidays & Celebrations / Christmas & Advent, General, People & Places / Polar Regions
IllustratorYes, Van Allsburg, Chris
GenreJuvenile Fiction
AuthorChris Van Allsburg
FormatPicture Book
Dimensions
Item Height0.4 in
Item Weight17.5 Oz
Item Length9 in
Item Width11.4 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience
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Reviews "The best book about Santa."-- Entertainment Weekly "The Polar Express is magic indeed. "-- The New York Times "Allsburg's mix of meticulousness and mysticism is his own, and his quiet Christmas bell, now run, will not stop ringing."--Adam Gopnik, author of The King in the Window "The sumptuous pastel effects make this one of Van Allsburg's most treasured visions."-- Newsweek "As always, the forms are sculptured, the perspectives as dazzling as they are audacious, the colors rich and elegant, the use of light and shadow masterly."-- Horn Book Guide "Even the most hardened Santa doubters might find in The Polar Express the faith to believe again."-- American Bookseller 1986 Caldecott Medal Winner A New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book of the Year ALA Notable Book for Children Booklist Editors' Choice Horn Book Fanfare Selection Reading Rainbow Review Book, "The best book about Santa."--Entertainment Weekly "The Polar Express is magic indeed. "--The New York Times "Allsburg's mix of meticulousness and mysticism is his own, and his quiet Christmas bell, now run, will not stop ringing."--Adam Gopnik, author of The King in the Window "The sumptuous pastel effects make this one of Van Allsburg's most treasured visions."--Newsweek "As always, the forms are sculptured, the perspectives as dazzling as they are audacious, the colors rich and elegant, the use of light and shadow masterly."--Horn Book Guide "Even the most hardened Santa doubters might find in The Polar Express the faith to believe again."--American Bookseller 1986 Caldecott Medal Winner A New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book of the Year ALA Notable Book for Children Booklist Editors' Choice Horn Book Fanfare Selection Reading Rainbow Review Book, "The best book about Santa."-- Entertainment Weekly "The Polar Express is magic indeed. "-- The New York Times "Allsburg's mix of meticulousness and mysticism is his own, and his quiet Christmas bell, now run, will not stop ringing."--Adam Gopnik, author of The King in the Window "The sumptuous pastel effects make this one of Van Allsburg's most treasured visions."-- Newsweek "As always, the forms are sculptured, the perspectives as dazzling as they are audacious, the colors rich and elegant, the use of light and shadow masterly."-- Horn Book Guide "Even the most hardened Santa doubters might find in The Polar Express the faith to believe again."-- American Bookseller 1986 Caldecott Medal Winner A New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book of the Year ALA Notable Book for Children Booklist Editors' Choice Horn Book Fanfare Selection Reading Rainbow Review Book
Grade FromPreschool
Grade ToThird Grade
Edition DescriptionSpecial,Anniversary
SynopsisTake a ride aboard the Polar Express in this award-winning, classic holiday story, complete with an ornament gift, perfect for every child's library. A young boy, lying awake one Christmas Eve, is welcomed aboard a magical train to the North Pole. The Polar Express makes its way to the city atop the world, where the boy will make his Christmas wish. This is a story for all who believe in the spirit of Christmas and those who treasure the sound of a reindeer's silver bell. The Polar Express is the 1986 Caldecott Medal winner, and reading the story together is a beloved holiday tradition held by generations of families. It was also made into an animated feature film starring Tom Hanks. In this special edition, the inimitable artistry of Chris Van Allsburg is highlighted with a new jacket design and expanded interior layout. Includes an author's note and downloadable audio read by Liam Neeson., This beautiful hardcover edition of The Polar Express is the perfect gift for all those--of any age--who believe, come Christmas Eve, that they too will hear the sweet sound of a reindeer's silver bell. This edition includes a keepsake ornament. A young boy, lying awake one Christmas Eve, is welcomed aboard a magical train to the North Pole . . . Through dark forests, over tall mountains, and across a barren desert of ice, the Polar Express makes its way to the huge city standing alone at the top of the world, where the boy will make his Christmas wish. For millions of readers around the world, this mysterious journey to the North Pole has become a beloved Christmas classic. In this thirtieth-anniversary edition, the inimitable artistry of Chris Van Allsburg is showcased with a bold new jacket design and expanded interior layout. The Polar Express is a Caldecott Medal winner, and reading the story together is a beloved holiday tradition held by generations of families. It has also become a favorite holiday movie and been translated into stage productions that take place across the United States during the holiday season., 1986 Caldecott Medal Winner A young boy, lying awake one Christmas Eve, is welcomed aboard a magical trip to the North Pole . . . Through dark forests, over tall mountains, and across a desert of ice, the Polar Express makes its way to the city atop the world, where the boy will make his Christmas wish. For millions of readers worldwide, this mysterious journey to the North Pole has become a beloved classic. In this 30th anniversary edition, the inimitable artistry of Chris Van Allsburg is revealed in a never-before-seen fashion, with a new jacket design and expanded interior layout. Includes author's note, downloadable audio read by Liam Neeson, and golden "All Aboard" ornament., Take a ride aboard the Polar Express in this award-winning, classic holiday story, complete with an ornament gift, perfect for every child's library.
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