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Polar Express 30th Anniversary Edition: A Christmas Holiday Book for Kids Hardcover – Picture Book, September 15, 2015

by Chris Van Allsburg (Author, Illustrator)
4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 19,565 ratings
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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.

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  5. Dimensions
    11.38 x 0.38 x 9 inches
  6. Publisher
    Clarion Books
  7. Publication date
    September 15, 2015
  8. ISBN-10
    0544580141
  9. ISBN-13
    978-0544580145
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The enchanting story of a widow who finds herself in possession of an extraordinary broom after a witch falls into her garden. Once again Chris Van Allsburg explores the mysterious territory between fantasy and reality in an uncanny tale that will intrigue readers of all ages. Young Walter litters and refuses to sort trash for recycling until he dreams of an overcrowded and polluted future which terrifies him into taking care of the earth. The companion to Jumanji—a tale of intergalactic adventure and sibling rivalry where a roll the dice transports two brothers to the mythical land of Zathura. Chris Van Allsburg challenges young readers to use their creativity and imagination in this one-of-a-kind book that asks readers to finish the story.

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“The best book about Santa.” — Entertainment Weekly

"The Polar Express is magic indeed." — The New York Times Book Review

"Allburg'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 —

About the Author

Chris Van Allsburg is one of America’s most innovative picture book creators. He was awarded the Caldecott Medal for Jumanji and The Polar Express and received a Caldecott Honor for his very first book, The Garden of Abdul Gasazi. He has received the Regina Medal for lifetime achievement in children’s literature, a National Book Award, and a Society of Illustrators Lifetime Achievement Award, among other honors. He lives outside of Boston, Massachusetts. Visit him at chrisvanallsburg.com.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Clarion Books; Anniversary edition (September 15, 2015)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0544580141
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0544580145
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 2+ years, from customers
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 11.38 x 0.38 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Chris Van Allsburg is the winner of two Caldecott Medals, for Jumanji and The Polar Express, as well as the recipient of a Caldecott Honor Book for The Garden of Abdul Gasazi. The author and illustrator of numerous picture books for children, he has also been awarded the Regina Medal for lifetime achievement in children's literature. In 1982, Jumanji won the National Book Award and in 1996, it was made into a popular feature film. Chris Van Allsburg was formerly an instructor at the Rhode Island School of Design. He lives in Rhode Island with his wife and two children.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect Xmas Gift
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The boy who received this gift was spending his first Xmas in the US, and he is SO pleased with the narrative and the illustrations. I read it aloud to him and his younger brother, and he still re-reads it, even in February. Beautiful book; a work of art.
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Cathiern Wilkerson
5.0 out of 5 stars This is a beautiful book.
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I like everything about this book. I loved the surprise I received on the last page. It was a gold metal of the Polar Express Train. Wow!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Cutest Christmas gift ever!!!
Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2024
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Bought this as a gift to my cousin who is a polar express fanatic! He is autistic so finding something that entertains him is hard. But this book was his favorite gift it is huge by the way and comes with a nice gold bookmark.
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I read to my class and then we watched the movie. The students thought the pictures were awesome and they loved the story.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful story for children and adults
Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2024
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This is so beautiful I tear-up at the ending. I gave this as a gift to a foreign friend who hasn't heard of it, and she felt the same way. Loved that it came with an ornament!
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Lauralyn W Martin
5.0 out of 5 stars Classic book
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2024
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Love this book. Loved that it had an ornament included. Also, I gave a copy to great grandchildren along with an antique sleigh bell which I collect. Also gave to neighbor’s children. They loved it!
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Witty1
5.0 out of 5 stars Great holiday story
Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2024
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Got this for my son who is a big train fan and of course, likes presents. Likes the movie and definitely likes the book. Always needs to have his golden ticket, Whenever we read the book to him.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Recomendo
Reviewed in Brazil on January 12, 2024
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tracy mclachlan
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully illustrated
Reviewed in Canada on November 16, 2023
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Book to read Grandkids over Christmas break
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D M
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful edition
Reviewed in Mexico on February 7, 2023
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My children received this book for christmas and it reminded me so much of my childhood. I cry every time. This edition is beautiful. They loved the little ornament too!
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Kari
5.0 out of 5 stars What's not to love!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 9, 2024
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Amazing story, pictures are really good, and the quality is great.
Either for you to read to your child or they could read fully themselves from about age 6-7.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Ottimo
Reviewed in Italy on December 13, 2023
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Gradevole edizione, splendidi i disegni. Arrivato puntuale e in ottimo stato
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