Celebrate a beloved classic with this 25th Anniversary Edition of Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak. This beautifully bound hardcover captures the timeless magic of Max’s wild journey, complete with Sendak’s original illustrations and storytelling that has captivated generations. A perfect collectible or gift for fans of children’s literature, this special edition commemorates a quarter-century of mischief, imagination, and the comfort of coming home.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering it for the first time, this edition is a must-have for any bookshelf.
FCCRS Alignment: Full Explanation
1. Approaches to Learning
•1.1 Curiosity & Initiative – Max’s imaginative journey encourages children to explore their own creative thoughts and stories.
•1.2 Problem Solving – Max navigates his emotions and fantasies, modeling internal problem-solving and personal growth.
2. Cognitive Development
•2.1 Learning Through Play – The story supports imaginative thinking and symbolic play.
•2.3 Reasoning & Logic – Encourages children to think about consequences, behavior, and resolution.
•2.4 Early Literacy Skills – Builds vocabulary, listening comprehension, and narrative structure awareness.
3. Physical Development
•3.2 Book Handling Skills – Provides opportunity for page-turning, picture-scanning, and tracking text left to right when read interactively.
4. Creative Arts Expression
•4.1 Expression & Representation – The fantasy world of the Wild Things inspires children to draw, act out, or recreate their own imaginary settings and characters.
5. Social and Emotional Development
•5.1 Relationships with Others – Highlights the importance of family and connection (Max returns to his mother and supper).
•5.2 Sense of Self – Encourages exploration of independence and emotions.
•5.3 Self-Regulation – Models how to deal with anger, frustration, and making amends.