Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak

Bring a childhood favorite to the next generation with Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak. Max's journey from his bedroom to a world of wild creatures captures the tremendous size of a child's imagination, and the reassuring pull of home.

A wild adventure with a tender heart

After mischief at home, Max sets sail into an imaginary world where he becomes king of the Wild Things. The wild rumpus is unforgettable, but so is his longing to return to where he is loved. Sendak's expressive artwork and spare storytelling invite families to linger over the pictures and talk about big feelings, make-believe, and belonging.

A nostalgic favorite for shared reading

For adults who remember meeting Max years ago, this story offers the pleasure of revisiting an old friend. For children discovering him for the first time, it opens a door to imaginative adventure. Add it to a family reading shelf, share it during a cozy storytime, or give it as a thoughtful book gift.

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Book details

• Title: Where the Wild Things Are
• Author: Maurice Sendak
• Book identifier: 9780064431781
• Store SKU: JN1087992