Where the Wild Things Are
1963 · Book
Content Ratings
3+
Parent Verdict
A gentle picture book about a boy named Max who imagines a wild adventure after being sent to bed without supper. The monsters look fierce and roar, but they are ultimately playful, and the story ends with Max going home to a warm supper. Younger children may find the monsters a little startling at first, but it's widely considered a safe, comforting read for all ages.
About This Rating
Our family-friendliness rating for Where the Wild Things Are is based on analysis across five key categories: Language, Violence, Sexual Content, Substances, and Scary/Intense scenes. Each category is rated from 0 (none) to 5 (extreme).
The Family Score of 9/10 provides an overall assessment of how suitable this book is for family viewing. We recommend this content for ages 3+.