Late one Christmas Eve, a boy boards the Polar Express, bound for the North Pole. When he arrives, Santa offers him any gift he desires, and he discovers that Christmas is for those who truly believe.

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...

For one doubting boy, an astonishing event is about to occur. Late on Christmas Eve night, he lies in bed hoping to hear the sound of reindeer bells from Santa's sleigh. Instead of bells and to his surprise, a steam engine's roar and whistle can be heard outside his window. The conductor invites him on board to take an extraordinary journey to the North Pole with many other pajama-clad children. There, he receives an extraordinary gift that only those...

A magical train loaded with children travels north over mountains and bridges and through a desert of ice and snow to reach the North Pole, where Santa Claus is waiting to give the first gift of Christmas. Designed to be used with a flashlight to project silhouettes on a wall.

"Leveled text and full-color photographs introduce readers to Chris Van Allsburg. Developed by literacy experts for students in second through fifth grade"--

First Thursdays is a collaborative work consisting of five short stories. The collection is a menagerie of interests and styles, tied together with a common theme of strong female protagonists who prove to be much more than they seem. Within its pages you will find Alfred Hitchcock meets Agatha Christie for a cold case; Stephanie Plum joins Debbie Macomber in a Hallmark movie; and Nanny McPhee rides the Polar Express.

"Retired as a Metro North Railroad conductor after 36 years. He loved putting on the uniform everyday. Throughout his career he did all he could to make the commute as enjoyable as possible for his passengers, his crew, and himself. He saw and heard a lot of stories during his 36 years. Once he started thinking about his career and all he's been through over the years, the more he wanted to share it with his family, friends, and commuters. This book...