Chris was born in grand rapids, michigan on june 18, 1949, the second child of doris christiansen van allsburg and richard van allsburg. Chris van allsburg is the author and illustrator of many celebrated childrens books such as the polar express and jumanji. Chris van allsburgs newest book is now available at bookstores everywhere. Chris van allsburg books list of books by author chris. Books by chris van allsburg author of the polar express.
The polar express is a treasured holiday tradition. Lewiss series the chronicles of narnia, published by harpercollins in 1994, as well as in. In this extraordinary, unusual, and unique picture book, chris van allsburg explores both the real and surreal worlds with incredible deftness. Being a pet store hamster isnt much fun for sweetie pie, but life in human homes proves downright perilous. The painter edgar whitney once suggested that the role of an artist is to be a shape maker, an entertainer and an expressive symbol collector. In doing so, he has created exquisite and beautiful images that will continue to haunt readers long after they have left the enchanted garden of abdul gasazi. Featured books by chris van allsburg reading rockets. From twotime caldecott winner chris van allsburg, creator of jumanji and the polar express, comes a poignant story of one hamsters struggle with destiny. The idea of the extraordinary happening in the context. This lavish gift set includes a cd audio recording read by liam neeson, a keepsake all aboard ornament, and a note from author chris van allsburg.
Introduce your early reader to these beautifully illustrated picture books by caldecottwinning author and illustrator chris van allsburg. Discussion guides for all of chris van allsburg books. Jumanji by chris van allsburg, the polar express by chris van allsburg, the garden of abdul gasazi by chris. About chris books other works videos news and tours home. Chris van allsburg born june 18, 1949 is an american illustrator and writer of childrens books. A video interview with chris van allsburg reading rockets. See all books authored by chris van allsburg, including the polar express, and jumanji, and more on. Awarded the prestigious caldecott medal in 1986, the polar express has sold more than 7 million copies, become a classic holiday movie, and been. Separated from the colony, readers join two adventurous ants and see the world from a very different perspective. Chris van allsburg has 44 books on goodreads with 416597 ratings.