Where the Wild Things Are, by Maurice Sendalk Lit Link Grades 1-3

by Barb Scott and Joni Turville

Max was playing in his wolf suit. He got into trouble with his mother and was sent to bed without supper. That night, a forest grew and an ocean appeared in his room. A boat appeared and Max sailed away for over a year to a place where the wild things are. Four paper-bag puppet cut-outs included.

Book by Maurice Sendalk.

Reproducible activities to help students comprehend, analyze and creatively interpret the stories. Plus a story summary and author biography. 64 pages including an answer key.

The students will:

- be exposed to the pleasure and enjoyment of books.

- practice comprehension skills in ways other than just recall questions.

- expand their vocabulary.

- learn ways to respond to the novel.

- develop their creativity.

- be introduced to the works of famous authors.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1550354183
• ISBN13: 9781550354188
• Release Date: January 2006
• Publisher: On the Mark Press
• Length: 66 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"
• Age Range: 6 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Grades 1 to 3