This beloved children's book, Where the Wild Things Are, captures the imagination of young readers by taking them on a thrilling adventure to an island inhabited by wild creatures. With stunning artwork that brings the story to life, Maurice Sendak's classic tale teaches children the importance of family love while indulging their sense of adventure. Join Max as he becomes king of the Wild Things and embarks on a wild rumpus that will leave you wanting to join in the fun and revisit this timeless story again and again.

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• Caldecott Medal (1964)
• Lewis Carroll Shelf Award
• Indies Choice Book Award for Picture Book Hall of Fame (2009)

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.

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