Polar express week preschool

Grab the FREE printable and see the snack idea to use withThe Polar Express. It's a fun Literacy Snack Idea North Pole Train read-aloud for Christmas.

Written almost four decades ago, “The Polar Express” by Chris Van Allsburg is a classic Christmas story for children. It has won the Caldecott Medal and is still listed as one of the best books for children. This beautifully-illustrated picture book resulted in a movie adaption, worldwide train ride experiences, and even a musical adaptation. ... Read more

Today was Polar Express Day in my first grade classroom! And… That just means A LOT OF FUN!!! I always have a Polar Express Day and this year I just wanted to do something different. So… instead of making our normal conductor hats we were the CUTEST elves ever!!! Pinterest We also had fun writing […]

Like many families, mine has a list of movies and books we read each year during the Christmas season. On both lists is the same title, “The Polar Express.” Although the movie has some creepy animation and takes a lot of liberties with the story, it’s certainly a crowd pleaser. The gist of the story […]

The Polar Express is a classic children’s movie and book that has captured the heart of millions of kids. What kid wouldn’t want a Polar...

Fun family activities! Perfect for a winter's night to watch Polar Express and then do crafts as a family!

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1-2-3 Come Do Some Polar Express Activities With Me “All Aboard! The Polar Express is now leaving for the North Pole!” Do you read this classic Christmas story by Chris Van Allsburg? It’s a personal favorite of mine, especially because Chris is from my home town here in Grand Rapid...

Every year we snuggle up and watch the Polar Express in my first grade classroom. You do too? That’s because you are AMAZING! I am gearing up, shopping, and running copies- including this little freebie. I am also unpacking my most favorite jammies ever! These were sent to me from my friends at Chasing Fireflies. Here is why I love these jammies: They are comfy and slimming. I ALWAYS end up running all over town in my PJ’s on pajama day. I forget I am wearing PJs, so I am super confused when…

This year for my daughters 1st grade class, we are having a Polar Express class party at school before we break for the holidays. The kids get to wear pajamas to school which is fun in itself! Below are the crafts, activities, etc that we'll be using for the party plus a few other fun things we are doing at home when we read the book. This is not the first time I am planning a Polar Express party. Visit this post to see how we hosted a Polar Express party for toddlers and preschoolers a few…