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Where the Wild Things Are

Where the Wild Things Are

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Our take on the Where the Wild Things Are

Maurice Sendak's 1963 picture book about Max, a boy sent to bed without supper who sails off to rule the wild things. It won the 1964 Caldecott Medal and is one of the most widely read children's books in English. This is the HarperCollins paperback edition, 48 pages, with Sendak's original illustrations. At $7.16 at Target as of November 7, 2026, it sits at the low end of its recent price range for a new copy.

Best forParents reading aloud to ages 3 to 7Gifts for baby showers and birthdaysClassroom and school library shelvesAdults who want the classic on their own shelf
Pros
  • Sendak's illustrations and spare text hold up across decades
  • Short enough for a bedtime read in one sitting
  • Handles big feelings (anger, escape, coming home) without moralizing
  • Paperback keeps it cheap enough to buy in multiples
  • A staple that early readers often recognize before they can read it
Cons
  • The monsters unsettle some very young or sensitive children
  • Text is sparse; older readers may want more story
  • Paperback binding wears with heavy classroom use
  • Some parents find Max's punishment-and-fantasy arc worth explaining

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Where the Wild Things Are price history

Lowest price we've seen: $7.16 on Nov 7 at Walmart. Tracked across 6 stores since Nov 7.

What reviewers say

Readers treat it as a permanent classic: parents praise the rhythm, the illustrations and how honestly it handles a child's anger. The main caveat is that the wild things scare a few toddlers, and some find the story thin for older kids.

What people mention
  • IllustrationsPraisedOwners single out Sendak's artwork and the way the forest grows across the pages.
  • Read-aloudPraisedParents say the rhythm and repetition make it easy and fun to read aloud.
  • Scary monstersMixedSome children love the wild things; others are frightened by them at first.
  • Story lengthMixedMany like its brevity for bedtime; a few older readers want more story.
  • DurabilityCriticisedThe paperback binding shows wear after repeated handling in classrooms.

Specifications

Format
PaperbackSource
Language
EnglishSource
Release Year
1988Source
Genre
Children & Young AdultsSource
Release Date

Questions and answers

Is this the original Sendak book or a retelling?
It is Maurice Sendak's original 1963 picture book, in the HarperCollins paperback edition. The story and illustrations are his.
What age is it right for?
Roughly ages 3 to 7 as a read-aloud, and 6 to 8 for early independent reading. Sensitive toddlers may find the monsters scary at first.
How many pages is it?
48 pages, most of them illustrations. A full read-aloud takes about five minutes.
Is $7.16 a good price?
Yes. At $7.16 at Target as of November 7, 2026, it is near the bottom of its recent range for a new paperback. Three stores carry it new, so compare before buying.
Paperback or hardcover?
The paperback is cheaper and fine for home reading. For a gift or heavy classroom use, the hardcover lasts longer.
Is it the same as the Spike Jonze movie?
No. The 2009 film expands the story considerably; the book is much shorter and was the source.
Where is the Where the Wild Things Are cheapest?
At Target, for $7.16, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Where the Wild Things Are?
6 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Target, Kohl's, Blossom Baby, Booksamillion.

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2012-12-26Source