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Where the Wild Things Are (Paperback) by Maurice Sendak

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About the Book



In this Caldecott Medal winner. Max, a wild and naughty boy, is sent to bed without his supper by his exhausted mother. In his room, he imagines sailing far away to a land of Wild Things. Instead of eating him, the Wild Things make Max their king.



Book Synopsis



Maurice Sendak's Caldecott Medal-winning picture book has become one of the most highly acclaimed and best-loved children's books of all time. A must for every child's bookshelf.

This iconic story has inspired a movie, an opera, and the imagination of generations. When Max dresses in his wolf suit and causes havoc in the house, his mother sends him to bed. From there, Max sets sail to an island inhabited by the Wild Things, who name him king and share a wild rumpus with him. But then from far away across the world, Max smells good things to eat...

Let the wild rumpus continue as this classic comes to life like never before with new reproductions of Maurice Sendak's artwork. Astonishing state-of-the-art technology faithfully captures the color and detail of the original illustrations. Sendak himself enthusiastically endorsed this impressive new interpretation of his art.

Mary Pols of Time magazine wrote that what makes Sendak's book so compelling is its grounding effect: Max has a tantrum and in a flight of fancy visits his wild side, but he is pulled back by a belief in parental love to a supper 'still hot. Generations have shared this beautiful picture book, and children of all ages will want to return to it again and again.

  • New York Public Library's #4 book on the list of Top Check Outs of All Time
  • One of the National Education Association's Teachers' Top 100 Books for Children
  • The top picture book in School Library Journal's survey of its readers

Maurice Sendak was also the creator of such classics as In the Night Kitchen, Outside Over There, Higglety Pigglety Pop!, and Nutshell Library.



From the Back Cover



Fiftieth Anniversary Edition

Winner of the Caldecott Medal



Review Quotes



"Each word has been carefully chosen and the simplicity of the language is quite deceptive."--School Library Journal

"The clearer reproductions of the original art are vibrant and luminous."--The Horn Book

"A timeless classic that continues to win over the hearts of children. The simple, rhythmic text and expressive illustrations are just as appealing today as they were when I was a child." 10 Must-Have Books for 2-Year-Olds--Brightly
Dimensions (Overall): 9 Inches (H) x 10.06 Inches (W) x .25 Inches (D)
Weight: .45 Pounds
Suggested Age: 4-8 Years
Number of Pages: 48
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Sub-Genre: Science Fiction + Fantasy + Magic
Publisher: HarperCollins Children's Books
Format: Paperback
Author: Maurice Sendak
Language: English
Street Date: September 1, 1988
TCIN: 12309741
UPC: 9780064431781
Item Number (DPCI): 059-03-2832
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 10 inches length x 9 inches width x 0.25 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.4 pounds
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4.9 out of 5 stars with 246 reviews
96% would recommend
25 recommendations

Children

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
mouse - 3 months ago, Verified purchaser
There are nine children on my schoolbus, and one child that I babysit; so I ordered ten copies of the book.
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Feedback

5 out of 5 stars
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D - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
Very good book . Great customer service experience.
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Classic

5 out of 5 stars
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AlexB - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
Such a good addition for my little ones library. She loves this book, we read it all the time
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Classic book

5 out of 5 stars
Cookie - 2 years ago, Verified purchaser
This is a wonderful addition to any child's library.
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Cute book

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Bri - 2 years ago, Verified purchaser
Perfect for baby shower gift
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Lovely Book.

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Carla - 3 years ago, Verified purchaser
Fun book. Motivating, Inspiring.
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Beloved Children's Classic

5 out of 5 stars
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Lisapool - 3 years ago, Verified purchaser
In this age of woke insanity, where so many books and stories are being taken off the shelf because they’re either too gender specific, too aggressive, presumed racist, whatever the cause of the day might be, it’s so refreshing at least today, to see children’s classic story still on the shelves at Target. Given that every month another classic is slammed and canceled, follow my lead and snatch up every copy you can find because someday we may not be able to find any on the store shelves. My son’s, and now my grandson will fall in love with a story happily and joyfully!
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Great quality book

5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Jessica P - 3 years ago, Verified purchaser
My newborn son loves this book
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Classis

5 out of 5 stars
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Booboopuma - 3 years ago, Verified purchaser
My sons had this book and enjoyed it so I purchased it for my grandson and he loves it as well.
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Where the Wild Things Are

5 out of 5 stars
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G - 4 years ago, Verified purchaser
Super fun , interesting and different! Full of colors! Kiddos loved it! They are amazed and intrigued every time!
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5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Mchaperlo33 - 4 years ago
Love this book! The paperback book is great, the cost- you couldn’t beat! Love love love this story!
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Wild thingsss

5 out of 5 stars
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Whit - 4 years ago
All time favorite childhood book. Bought it for my son hopefully he loves it as much as I
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4 out of 5 stars
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mamaK95 - 4 years ago
My book was a bit damaged when I got my drive up order. However, we still love this book. It’s been a childhood favorite of mine for as long as I can remember and I’m happy to pass it down to my girls.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Sellamajp - 4 years ago, Verified purchaser
My 3 year likes this book she thinks it’s funny. It’s a way to show her monsters without it being something scary.
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1 out of 5 stars
Book damaged - 4 years ago, Verified purchaser
Book was a bit damaged.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Bernard2963 - 4 years ago, Verified purchaser
A great book that is a true classic!
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5 out of 5 stars
Dlacrose - 4 years ago, Verified purchaser
My granddaughter has me reading it over and over!
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Classic Children's Book.

5 out of 5 stars
Karli - 4 years ago, Verified purchaser
This is a classic children's book that is fun for kids to read.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Brianna A - 4 years ago, Verified purchaser
Great price for a classic!
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5 out of 5 stars
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tigermom - 5 years ago, Verified purchaser
Wonderful children's book.
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