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Where the Wild Things Are
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Maurice SendakMaurice Sendak

A mischievous boy named Max travels to a land of wild creatures and becomes their king.

childrens | 48 pages | Published in 1988

childrenspicture booksfictionclassicsfantasyadventureyoung adultanimalskidsmonsters
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  1. How does Max's imagination play a role in the story?
  2. What is the significance of the wild things in Max's journey?
  3. Discuss the theme of escapism in the book. How does Max use his imagination to escape reality?
  4. How does the relationship between Max and the wild things evolve throughout the story?
  5. What does the wild rumpus symbolize in the book?
  6. How does Maurice Sendak use illustrations to convey emotions and themes in the story?
  7. Discuss the idea of returning home and the concept of unconditional love in the book.