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One of my all-time favorite stories and the illustrations are timeless. (Aug 21, 2019)
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- Carrie S.
Sanford, North Carolina
One word: CLASSIC Apr 02, 2024
- Angel T.
Tampa , Florida
Amazing classic book. Illustrations are beautiful! Aug 05, 2023
- Na La A.
TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, New Jersey
Read this book when I was young, and now I can read it to my baby!! Must buy! Jun 15, 2023
- Lauren C.
Covington, Virginia
This classic book is a favorite in our home. My son thinks the monsters are hilarious. We read this book often. May 28, 2023
- Shirley G.
Alexandria, Minnesota
great book, my boys absolutely love it. Feb 02, 2023
- Catherine A.
United States of America
My son enjoys it but I don’t understand the hype. Sep 26, 2022
- Tahiri V.
04101, Maine
My son actually loves this book. I thought he would be a little afraid when I first started reading it but he actually asks me to read it whenever he sees it Jul 24, 2022
- Amy H.
Winchester, Kentucky
Beautiful book with fascinating art work that I loved as a kid and made an essential in our child’s library. Timeless classic. Mar 09, 2022
- Megan C.
Beach, North Dakota
It's such a fun adventure book for kids! Feb 06, 2022
- Kaitlin D.
Northwood, New Hampshire
A classic for a older toddlers. I've never been in love with this story but I do live the illustrations Dec 03, 2021
- Kelsey H.
OMAHA, Nebraska
Such a childhood classic Nov 04, 2021
- Anna C.
Lawrence , Massachusetts
Love it Sep 03, 2021
Great book. A classic. Aug 23, 2021
- Secretly Expecting
Butler , Pennsylvania
Kids love this book! Such a great classic with amazing illustrations and wild imagination! Jul 07, 2021
- Meagan C.
Carlsbad, Alabama
This was my number one book as a kid and i read it to my son weekly. I love to use different voices while reading it to him. May 25, 2021
- Emma S.
Fayetteville, North Carolina
A classic that is a must have for every child's library. Reading this book to my daughter always brings back memories of my own childhood. May 11, 2021
- Jessica V.
Flushing, New York
Love this book and also brings me memories of my childhood. Apr 14, 2021
- Brittney C.
, Florida
I have to admit, I'm not a fan. The illustrations were lovely, but the storyline unnerved me as a child and I don't think I'll be re-adding it to my child's library. Sep 19, 2020
- Lindy B.
Powder Springs, Georgia
The illustrations are amazing. My son really liked the wild rumpus. I just think Max shouldn't have gotten dinner taken away just because he said "I'll eat you up"... Sep 08, 2020
- Molly O.
United States of America
This is one of our favorite bedtime stories that I think a lot of families can actually relate to. It is a must have for all kids. Jul 26, 2020
- Lindsey W.
Dallas, Texas
This is the BEST book for toddlers. After reading it only a few times my daughter knew almost all of the words and would beg to read it again. It's a sweet story of creativity and imagination. May 29, 2020
- Isabelle A.
Parkville, Maryland
One of the best children’s books ever written. The illustrations are so detailed and the story is so captivating. Apr 18, 2020
- Secretly Expecting
Kingsville, Ohio
A classic book that kids of all ages will love! Apr 17, 2020
- Molly H.
Arlington, Virginia
An incredible book to spark your child's imagination! Try grabbing some instruments to play during the Wild Rumpus!! Apr 03, 2020
- Heidi D.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The movie was a bit much for me but not the book! My son loves making big growls when the monsters first present themselves. He stomps around growling with his arms raised. Fun to read together! Feb 21, 2020
- Laura D.
Gainesville, Florida
What is not to live about this classic!?!? Such an epic adventure and all in your jammies! Feb 05, 2020
- Amanda A.
Omaha, Nebraska
Such a brilliant and fun book. Full of adventure and beautiful illustrations! Jan 16, 2020
- Jamie S.
Louisville, Kentucky
I'm so sick of this book because I have to read it so often to my toddler. It's a classic and my child absolutely loves it. Dec 18, 2019
- Leeanne P.
Rockville, Maryland
A good book for older kids. It is a little scary for younger kids. Nov 20, 2019
- Taylor H.
Wichita, Kansas
My daughter lives it when I read this story to her. It’s so sweet and even calming. Sep 10, 2019
- Secretly Expecting
Riverside, California
This is one of our top fave books Aug 25, 2019
- Erin N.
Hampstead, North Carolina
Great book, a classic Aug 04, 2019
- Allison A.
Hemet, California
This is a definitely classic. May 30, 2019
- Sarah L.
Owensboro, Kentucky
I can remember reading this in kindergarten and now enjoy reading to my boys! May 20, 2019
- Kim M.
Liscomb, Iowa
Love this book! My son calls it the "monster book" and he loves it too! A quick read, however the illustrations are amazing and the story is cute. Recommend. Apr 28, 2019
- Betsy F.
Leesport , Pennsylvania
Definitely a must-have for every child's library - this is a great tale about imagination and adventure! Apr 25, 2019
- Tina D.
Palos Verdes Estates, California
A must have! Things is a fantastical story that will inspire the imagination of your child. Mar 19, 2019
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- Justine L.
Penacook, New Hampshire
A classic must have! My toddlers still love this book. Follow Max on his journey from his room to an island of wild things and back to the comfort of home. May 23, 2021
- Brittany M.
Beaumont, Canada
I love reading this book because it reminds me of my childhood, it brings back so many imagination memories, I always wanted to dress up like a little boy when I was younger Mar 17, 2021
- Amber J.
Sneedville, Tennessee
I remember reading this story when I was little. Now my kids want me to read it to them! Love this! Dec 08, 2020
- Alicia F.
United States of America
A classic that should go in your library if only for the illustrations. A sweet story of a boy's imagination and the comforts of home. Dec 16, 2019
- Starlite K.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
A Fan Favorite, being an old librarian and now working with babies and toddlers, this is a great book for your children to grow up with. Oct 22, 2019
- Christine M.
Fairfield, Connecticut
One of my all-time favorite stories and the illustrations are timeless. Aug 21, 2019
- Kristin S.
Buffalo, Minnesota
I waited until my daughter was three to bust this one out and it's just about perfect. She takes lots of time, wide eyed, with the wordless pages in the middle. Aug 15, 2019
- Amber S.
Canada
I have read this book so many times that when we're anywhere the kids need a story I recite it word for word. And they're still enthralled lol. Jul 03, 2019
- Shannon F.
Dunedin, Florida
Reading this to my son brings back memories of when my mom read it me. The pictures are great for little ones who may not understand the story. Apr 13, 2019
- Ruby G.
Spanaway , Washington
Big brother loves reading this book to baby sisters. Jan 05, 2019
- Ansley S.
Plano, Texas
We based our son's first birthday party off this book. Everyone who came left him a note in the cover pages that he can read when he's older. Definitely a family favorite. Sep 16, 2018
More Parents' Reviews-
- Carrie S.
Sanford, North Carolina
One word: CLASSIC Apr 02, 2024
- Angel T.
Tampa , Florida
Amazing classic book. Illustrations are beautiful! Aug 05, 2023
- Na La A.
TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, New Jersey
Read this book when I was young, and now I can read it to my baby!! Must buy! Jun 15, 2023
- Lauren C.
Covington, Virginia
This classic book is a favorite in our home. My son thinks the monsters are hilarious. We read this book often. May 28, 2023
- Shirley G.
Alexandria, Minnesota
great book, my boys absolutely love it. Feb 02, 2023
- Catherine A.
United States of America
My son enjoys it but I don’t understand the hype. Sep 26, 2022
- Tahiri V.
04101, Maine
My son actually loves this book. I thought he would be a little afraid when I first started reading it but he actually asks me to read it whenever he sees it Jul 24, 2022
- Amy H.
Winchester, Kentucky
Beautiful book with fascinating art work that I loved as a kid and made an essential in our child’s library. Timeless classic. Mar 09, 2022
- Megan C.
Beach, North Dakota
It's such a fun adventure book for kids! Feb 06, 2022
- Kaitlin D.
Northwood, New Hampshire
A classic for a older toddlers. I've never been in love with this story but I do live the illustrations Dec 03, 2021
- Kelsey H.
OMAHA, Nebraska
Such a childhood classic Nov 04, 2021
- Anna C.
Lawrence , Massachusetts
Love it Sep 03, 2021
Great book. A classic. Aug 23, 2021
- Secretly Expecting
Butler , Pennsylvania
Kids love this book! Such a great classic with amazing illustrations and wild imagination! Jul 07, 2021
- Meagan C.
Carlsbad, Alabama
This was my number one book as a kid and i read it to my son weekly. I love to use different voices while reading it to him. May 25, 2021
- Emma S.
Fayetteville, North Carolina
A classic that is a must have for every child's library. Reading this book to my daughter always brings back memories of my own childhood. May 11, 2021
- Jessica V.
Flushing, New York
Love this book and also brings me memories of my childhood. Apr 14, 2021
- Brittney C.
, Florida
I have to admit, I'm not a fan. The illustrations were lovely, but the storyline unnerved me as a child and I don't think I'll be re-adding it to my child's library. Sep 19, 2020
- Lindy B.
Powder Springs, Georgia
The illustrations are amazing. My son really liked the wild rumpus. I just think Max shouldn't have gotten dinner taken away just because he said "I'll eat you up"... Sep 08, 2020
- Molly O.
United States of America
This is one of our favorite bedtime stories that I think a lot of families can actually relate to. It is a must have for all kids. Jul 26, 2020
- Lindsey W.
Dallas, Texas
This is the BEST book for toddlers. After reading it only a few times my daughter knew almost all of the words and would beg to read it again. It's a sweet story of creativity and imagination. May 29, 2020
- Isabelle A.
Parkville, Maryland
One of the best children’s books ever written. The illustrations are so detailed and the story is so captivating. Apr 18, 2020
- Secretly Expecting
Kingsville, Ohio
A classic book that kids of all ages will love! Apr 17, 2020
- Molly H.
Arlington, Virginia
An incredible book to spark your child's imagination! Try grabbing some instruments to play during the Wild Rumpus!! Apr 03, 2020
- Heidi D.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The movie was a bit much for me but not the book! My son loves making big growls when the monsters first present themselves. He stomps around growling with his arms raised. Fun to read together! Feb 21, 2020
- Laura D.
Gainesville, Florida
What is not to live about this classic!?!? Such an epic adventure and all in your jammies! Feb 05, 2020
- Amanda A.
Omaha, Nebraska
Such a brilliant and fun book. Full of adventure and beautiful illustrations! Jan 16, 2020
- Jamie S.
Louisville, Kentucky
I'm so sick of this book because I have to read it so often to my toddler. It's a classic and my child absolutely loves it. Dec 18, 2019
- Leeanne P.
Rockville, Maryland
A good book for older kids. It is a little scary for younger kids. Nov 20, 2019
- Taylor H.
Wichita, Kansas
My daughter lives it when I read this story to her. It’s so sweet and even calming. Sep 10, 2019
- Secretly Expecting
Riverside, California
This is one of our top fave books Aug 25, 2019
- Erin N.
Hampstead, North Carolina
Great book, a classic Aug 04, 2019
- Allison A.
Hemet, California
This is a definitely classic. May 30, 2019
- Sarah L.
Owensboro, Kentucky
I can remember reading this in kindergarten and now enjoy reading to my boys! May 20, 2019
- Kim M.
Liscomb, Iowa
Love this book! My son calls it the "monster book" and he loves it too! A quick read, however the illustrations are amazing and the story is cute. Recommend. Apr 28, 2019
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