Polar Express, The

Celebrate 40 years of The Polar Express, a true Christmas classic. All aboard the Polar Express to the North Pole! Follow one boy's journey to receive a very special gift from Santa himself: a bell that only true believers in Father Christmas can hear ring. Discover the beloved Christmas classic that inspired the blockbuster family favourite movie starring Tom Hanks. Will you hear Santa's sleigh-bell ring this Christmas? 'Magical' Guardian 'Evocative and atmospheric' Sunday Times 'A thrilling tale' Independent 'A nice treat to read to your young child' Simon Mayo Review: You could do no better. Bittersweet, beautifully told, trad book. * The New Review (Supp.To the Observer) Christmas Books 2014 * A magical Christmas tale that is not to be missed and shared with all the family. * Lovereading4Kids * Utterly perfect Christmas tale. One of the most atmospheric and perfectly paced Christmas stories ever written for children. * Read it Daddy! Blog * A book to keep and remember. * Newbury Weekly News, Caroline Franklin * This classic tale is beautifully illustrated and helps children understand the value of presents. * Smallish * Prizes: Winner of Caldecott Medal. Author Biography: Chris van Allsburg lives in Providence, Rhode Island and lectures at the Rhode Island School of Design. He is a sculptor and artist, and twice winner of the Caldecott Medal, first for Jumanji, and then for The Polar Express. He has also received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Society of Illustrators in October 2009.