7–11
Short (1-4 activities)
A film guide that looks at The Polar Express (2006), an innovative animation which sees a young boy beginning to doubt the existence of Santa Claus - before he is picked up by a mysterious train heading north.
This guide is useful for exploring topics including PSHE Education and English in addition to highlighting themes surrounding design, child safety, growing up, rural life, fame and consumerism, books and plays, travel and exploration, and mythology.
A short PowerPoint of activities focusing on The Polar Express
Size: 34.24 MB
We have developed a large catalogue of educational resources since launching in 2013, and some references and terminology will inevitably have dated as society and language evolves. We are aware of this and will be updating resources when our production schedule allows.
