Where the Wild Things Are
Where the Wild Things Are
Fiction | Picture Book | Early Reader Picture Book | Published in 1963
Book Brief
Where the Wild Things Are
Fiction | Picture Book | Early Reader Picture Book | Published in 196348
Picture Book • Fiction
1963
Early reader / picture book
3-7 years
Super Short Summary
In Maurice Sendak's 1963 children's picture book Where the Wild Things Are, a boy named Max, dressed in a wolf costume, is sent to bed without supper after causing trouble at home. In his room, Max imagines a forest growing and embarks on a magical journey to the land of the Wild Things, where he becomes their king, but eventually grows lonely and returns home to find his supper waiting for him.
Fantastical
Playful
Adventurous
Emotional
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Maurice Sendak's Where the Wild Things Are is widely praised for its imaginative story and evocative illustrations. Reviewers commend its appeal to children's sense of adventure and emotional depth. However, some critics feel its brevity limits character development. Overall, it's considered a timeless classic that encourages creativity and emotional expression.
Who Should Read Where the Wild Things Are?
Readers who would enjoy Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak are typically children aged 4-8, as well as parents and educators who appreciate imaginative storytelling and richly illustrated picture books. Fans of books like Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown and The Cat in the Hat by Dr. Seuss would find this classic appealing for its whimsical adventure and emotional depth.
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Picture Book • Fiction
1963
Early reader / picture book
3-7 years
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