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One couldn't select a more delightful and exciting premise for a children's book than the tale of a young boy lying awake on Christmas Eve only to have Santa Claus sweep by and take him on a trip with other children to the North Pole. And one couldn't ask for a more talented artist and writer to tell the story than Chris Van Allsburg. Allsburg, a sculptor who entered the genre nonchalantly when he created a children's book as a diversion from his sculpting, won the 1986 Caldecott Medal for this book, one of several award winners he's produced. The Polar Express rings with vitality and wonder.
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Grade 1-3 Given a talented and aggressive imagination, even the challenge of as cliche-worn a subject as Santa Claus can be met effectively. Van Allsburg's Polar Express is an old-fashioned steam train that takes children to the North Pole on Christmas Eve to meet the red-suited gentleman and to see him off on his annual sleigh ride. This is a personal retelling of the adult storyteller's adventures as a youngster on that train. The telling is straight, thoughtfully clean-cut and all the more mysterious for its naive directness; the message is only a bit less direct: belief keeps us young at heart. The full-page images are theatrically lit. Colors are muted, edges of forms are fuzzy, scenes are set sparsely, leaving the details to the imagination. The light comes only from windows of buildings and the train or from a moon that's never depicted. Shadows create darkling spaces and model the naturalistic figures of children, wolves, trees, old-fashioned furniture and buildings. Santa Claus and his reindeer seem like so many of the icons bought by parents to decorate yards and rooftops: static, posed with stereotypic gestures. These are scenes from a memory of long ago, a dreamy reconstruction of a symbolic experience, a pleasant remembrance rebuilt to fufill a current wish: if only you believe, you too will hear the ringing of the silver bell that Santa gave him and taste rich hot chocolate in your ride through the wolf-infested forests of reality. Van Allsburg's express train is one in which many of us wish to believe. Kenneth Marantz, Art Education Department, Ohio State University, Columbus
Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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"On Christmas Eve, many years ago, I lay quietly in my bed. I did not rustle the sheets. I breathed slowly and silently. I was listening for a sound -- a sound a friend had told me I'd never hear ...." And so begins one the of the most beautiful stories of all time. Although I am now a senior in college, The Polar Express has remained the most valued and cherished book in my ever-expanding library. A childhood Christmas gift, Chris Van Allsburg's timeless masterpiece has become a fixture at our family gatherings each and every holiday season. Every member of the family, from the youngest to the oldest, appreciates it's simple but elegant story-telling style illustrated by the soft and soothing silhouettes of Van Allsburg's full-color art. The Polar Express is the story of a young boy and his magical journey aboard a mythical train to the North Pole. The reader is taken along this incredible ride and rediscovers the true joy and pure spirit of a child at Christmas. Van Allsburg's beautiful illustrations become as important to the story as the words themselves. These life-like pictures encourage children of ALL ages to explore their own imaginations and to become active participants in the young boy's journey. In the end, the young boy has grown into an old man, but the spirit of Christmas still rings for him, "... as it does for all who truly believe." I hope you enjoy this book half as much as I do.
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My kids love the art and the story is enchanting.
A wonderful train ride full of children who want to believe churns its way to the North Pole and a meeting with Santa. Keeping with traditon, Santa selects one boy to present the first present of Christmas to before he mounts to the sky to visit all the homes of good boys and girls. Rather than ask for a bike, or Pokemon or any other "big" gift, the boy asks for one of Santa's sleigh bells, proof he can hold onto that yes, Santa does exist.
This tale of Christmas belief (in Santa, that is) works well on adults, too. It has a message about belief and wonderment that touch all who want to believe in the magic associated with the gift giving part of Christmas.
Warning, The Polar Express is best for children a little older than mine (5 1/2, 4). It introduces the concept that Santa may not exist. I get around this by not reading two paragraphs in the book, but you should be forwarned if that particular discussion in your household is several years away. (My kids also tell me everytime that the boy in the story should not get on the train at the invitation of a stranger.) At the right age, this is a magical and wonderful Christmas tale of belief.
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This book is especially well written as it appeals to all ages. This was special to me as it was read to my son by the school librarian when he was in 6th grade. At the end of the book, she asked who still believed and he was the only to raise his hand. He said, "some people do not have much money, but someone or some thing has to make Christmas happen. It's the spirit." The courage it took to say that, and Mr.Van Allsburg exemplifies this same courage in the book when the little boy asks only for the bell. This book is about the true meaning of Christmas and the faith of a young child who understood it. The message in this book is one that should not be lost on the old as well as the young. It is a wonderful book for kids at that age where they are beginning to doubt the magic of the holiday. My son is now 19 years old and I bought him the book for Christmas and I am ordering the gift set for myself. I hope to read it to my grandchildren someday, and pass on this valuable lesson that is taught in the book.
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Wonderfully illustrated book
One of those classics that doesn't fade with time.
The illustrations are well done and atmospheric, conveying cold landscapes and cosy indoor scenes.
The illustrations are well done and atmospheric, conveying cold landscapes and cosy indoor scenes.
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Reading to your child is good for both of you. The experience strengthens your bond. Your example also helps your child to learn to read. Lesen Sie weiter...
Veröffentlicht am 6. Mai 2004 von Donald Mitchell
ALL-TIME GREAT
Chris Van Allsburg's gorgeously illustrated holiday fantasy is the children's book answer to Miracle On 34th Street: a richly woven, but simple, tale that wisely teaches us how... Lesen Sie weiter...
Veröffentlicht am 12. Juli 2000 von R. Penola
The Polar Express is high-quality children's literature!
The Polar Express combines realistic artwork and a detailed plot portraying a young boy's Christmas experience. Lesen Sie weiter...
Am 13. April 2000 veröffentlicht
Reality or Dream
Chris Van Allsburg's creation of his children's book, The Polar Express is intriguing and thought-provoking. Lesen Sie weiter...
Am 12. April 2000 veröffentlicht
My 2 year old daughter loves this book
My wife and I got this book as a gift and it has quickly become my 2 year old daughter's favorite book. Lesen Sie weiter...
Veröffentlicht am 24. März 2000 von David V. Bressie
Terrific
I think this book is very nice. I think you should read it!
Am 27. Januar 2000 veröffentlicht
A family treasure
This book is a keepsake for our family. It is given extra care due to the quality of the story and book. The pictures are large, beautiful and unique. Lesen Sie weiter...
Am 19. Januar 2000 veröffentlicht
Best Christmas book and all time story ever.
This is one of my favorite stories of all time and now it is a favorite of my children. A must read. Lesen Sie weiter...
Am 9. Januar 2000 veröffentlicht
The best Christmas book ever!
I received The Polar Express as a gift for the birth of my first born child. I thought what a strange gift for a baby. Lesen Sie weiter...
Am 27. Dezember 1999 veröffentlicht
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