Thursday, December 3, 2015

Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of The Polar Express! #ReadandBelieve


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 Allsburg is revealed in a never-before-seen fashion, with a new jacket design and expanded interior layout. Includes author’s note, downloadable audio read by Liam Neeson, and golden train ornament.
Enter for a chance to win an incredible trip for four that includes an outing on THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride and a ski package in beautiful Durango, Colorado next holiday season—click HERE to enter! In celebration of the 30th anniversary edition of The Polar Express from Chris Van Allsburg.
*Sweepstakes runs October 15-December 31, 2015. Rules and restrictions apply. No purchase necessary.

Free Party Kit and Countdown Holiday Calendar!

Download a deluxe party kit here with games, activities, recipes, and more to throw a Polar Express party at your store, library, school, or right at home!
And start counting down the holidays with a free holiday calendar with surprises for each day found here.
All materials are available on The Polar Express website including more information on Chris Van Allsburg and all of his books.

Embrace the giving spirit of The Polar Express

Post on social media using #ReadandBelieve between 10/15 and 12/31 and for each social share HMH will donate a copy of The Polar Express to Christmas in the City, a local nonprofit dedicated to assisting homeless families. Visit our Pinterest board for details and more fun throughout the season.

*All post content credit to Houghton Mifflin Harcourt



I would be most content if my children grew up to be the kind of people who think decorating consists mostly of building enough bookshelves. ~ Anna Quindlen

Good children's literature appeals not only to
the child in the adult, but to the adult in the child.
~ Anonymous ~