Chris Van Allsburg is one of America’s most innovative picture book creators. Since 1979, his books have blurred the line between fantasy and reality. His book Jumanji and its sequel Zathura ...

Jumanji and The Polar Express Came From the Same Author. Van Allsburg revolutionized children’s literature with his unique approach to storytelling, earning two prestigious Caldecott Medals for ...

One of the world’s most beloved children’s book author/illustrators, Chris Van Allsburg has delighted millions with classics such as The Polar Express, winner of the 1986 Caldecott Medal now ...

Written and illustrated by two-time Caldecott Medal recipient Chris Van Allsburg, all three children’s books have been adapted into major Hollywood productions. In particular, The Polar Express ...

This year's festival at Lincoln School, the last hosted by Chris Van Allsburg, will offer a sneak peek at Ann Hood's new book on "The Gilmore Girls." ...

The story’s author and Rhode Island School of Design graduate Chris Van Allsburg sat down with 12 News at 4 anchor Kim Kalunian to talk about his career, what inspires him and his hopes for the ...

The seminal children’s book Jumanji from author/illustrator Chris Van Allsburg was brought to life as a live-action movie in 1995 starring Robin Williams, which became a box-office success ...

Based on the 1981 children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg about a mysterious jungle adventure board game, the movie version of “Jumanji” was filmed in Keene.