Picture Books that Give WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE Vibes

Along with a groundbreaking story and iconic illustrations, let’s just call it what it is and say that Where the Wild Things Are has immaculate vibes. It’s perfectly spooky, playful, and imaginative. If you’re looking for something new that will satisfy fans of the Sendak original, check out these reads that follow children exploring the limits of their imagination, romping through art that feels instantly classic, and befriending monsters and wild things of all shapes and sizes. Home and a hot meal are always waiting on the other side.
(Don’t forget to find the little orange monster hidden on almost every page!)
They float on a warm nighttime breeze over forests and peaks.
They tumble down a mountain carpeted in night blossoms.
They sail in silver ships over ribbons of moonlight,
and arrive at a shining pavilion at the very top of the world.
Now the Night Frolic can begin.
This gloriously illustrated gift book for all ages is an ode to the kindred spirits of children and animals. With socio-emotional themes woven throughout, Wild Beings celebrates our universal and unbreakable bonds with Mother Nature, igniting a passion for playing and exploring the outdoors. As with her stunning debut picture book Sail, Dorien Brouwers leads us on a transformative journey through the wilderness to find our voice.
Once upon a time, there was a girl. She went to a place alive with colors, where even the morning dew was warm.
Alice loves to imagine herself in the magical pages of her favorite book. So when it flaps its pages and invites her in, she is swept away to a world of wonder and adventure, riding camels in the desert, swimming under the sea with colorful fish, floating in outer space, and more! But when her imaginative journey comes to an end, she yearns for the place she loves best of all.