The Polar Express tells the story of a boy who boards a magical train on Christmas Eve that takes him to the North Pole. On this journey, he meets Santa Claus and the train conductor. His adventure on the train allows him to embark on a journey of self-discovery that teaches him the importance of maintaining a sense of wonder and belief, especially during the holidays. The book uses sketch illustrations and surreal elements to depict the boy's fantastical train ride.
The Polar Express tells the story of a boy who boards a magical train on Christmas Eve that takes him to the North Pole. On this journey, he meets Santa Claus and the train conductor. His adventure on the train allows him to embark on a journey of self-discovery that teaches him the importance of maintaining a sense of wonder and belief, especially during the holidays. The book uses sketch illustrations and surreal elements to depict the boy's fantastical train ride.
The Polar Express tells the story of a boy who boards a magical train on Christmas Eve that takes him to the North Pole. On this journey, he meets Santa Claus and the train conductor. His adventure on the train allows him to embark on a journey of self-discovery that teaches him the importance of maintaining a sense of wonder and belief, especially during the holidays. The book uses sketch illustrations and surreal elements to depict the boy's fantastical train ride.
Publisher/Date: Houghton Mifflin. September 15, 1985
Age range/class level:Grades 1-3
Awards: Caldecott Medal Award
Illustrations & Design: Sketched Drawings
Genre: Easy Reader Fantasy
Theme(s): Belief and Imagination
Characters: Boy, Santa Claus, and Train Conductor
Summary: This is the story of a young hero boy on
Christmas Eve who boards on a powerful magical train that's headed to the North Pole. This extraordinary train ride leads to an adventure, which allows the doubting boy, embark on a journey of self-discovery. He is taught that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.