Polar express movie

English Language Arts

• Understanding the elements of a narrative, including characters, setting, and plot, through the story of "Polar Express" movie.
• Developing comprehension skills by following the protagonist's journey in the movie and identifying key events and their significance.
• Exploring the use of descriptive language and imagery in the movie to enhance visualization and understanding of the story.
• Reflecting on the themes and messages conveyed in the movie and discussing their implications in the context of the story.

After watching "Polar Express," students can engage in creative activities such as writing their own imaginative train journey stories, drawing their interpretations of the polar express train, and discussing the importance of belief and wonder in the context of the movie. Encouraging students to write letters to Santa Claus or to the conductor of the Polar Express can also be a fun and engaging way to continue exploring the themes depicted in the movie while practicing their writing skills.

Book Recommendations

• The Christmas Train by Rex Barron: A heartwarming Christmas tale that shares the spirit of adventure and belief, similar to "Polar Express."
• The Magic Tree House: Polar Bears and the Arctic by Mary Pope Osborne: A captivating adventure book that ties in with the winter journey theme of "Polar Express" and introduces young readers to the wonders of the Arctic.
• The Polar Bear Express by Debbie Dadey: This book invites children to embark on a magical train ride with a polar bear conductor, echoing the enchantment of "Polar Express" movie.