Where the Wild Things Are: A Caldecott Medal Award Winner―A Beloved Classic of Childhood Wonder, Mischief, and the Heartfelt Return Home

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.

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Maurice Sendak’s beloved books are a must-have for every child’s bookshelf
Let the wild rumpus start! Introduce one of the most beloved children’s books of all time to a new generation of little readers in this Spanish edition. From beloved children’s book creator Maurice Sendak comes a fantastical tale of an imaginary dream world. This classic story chronicles Mickey’s adventures in the bakers’ kitchen as they prepare the morning cake. In this classic book Ida tumbles into a magical world to recover her lost sister and, in the process, makes discoveries about herself and those she loves. Maurice Sendak’s legacy continues with this playful counting extravaganza for the youngest child. Here is a small reader’s introduction to the magic of Mr. Sendak’s books—a journey that will continue for many years to come. The haunting tale of two brave children lost in a dark and dangerous forest, reimagined by literary legends Stephen King and Maurice Sendak in an all-new picture book. Containing pocket-size versions of perennial favorites Alligators All Around, Chicken Soup with Rice, One Was Johnny, and Pierre, this pint-size library is perfect for small hands.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperCollins
Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 9, 1988
Edition ‏ : ‎ Anniversary
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 48 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0060254920
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1 pounds
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 1+ years, from customers
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10 x 0.38 x 9 inches
Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool – 3
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