In the Night Kitchen (Caldecott Collection) Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of In the Night Kitchen (Caldecott Collection)
Book Review: Another wildly creative story by Maurice Sendak
Summary: 5 Stars
This book is very cute. The story is quite original and the pictures are great. Hope you enjoy this book as much as my son and I have.Book Review: What was Caldecott thinking?
Summary: 1 Stars
I have never written a review before but was so disappointed with this book I felt compelled to this time. Don't be fooled by the attractive artwork, this story is incomprehensible to kids and adults.If you are looking for a bedtime book, pick something else or be prepared for questions about naked children being baked in ovens. Book Review: Another essential and timeless classic!
Summary: 5 Stars
I have to admit that I never really "got" all the hype about "Where the Wild Things Are". Sure the drawings were great, but the story never really drew me in. Now that I've seen and read "In the Night Kitchen" I am the biggest Sendak fan! The beauty of this particular story is that you can start reading it to your child at any age. The rhythm and cadence make it a perfect read aloud bedtime store. The drawings are amazing -- reminiscent of "Little Nemo In Slumberland".
Sendak is one of those rare children's authors that seems to have never forgotten what it was like to be a child. His stories speak to a child's innermost feelings, desires and fears. After reading and enjoying "In the Night Kitchen" I've been able to go back and find a new appreciation for "Wild Things".
Book Review: Strange, but my son's favorite
Summary: 5 Stars
When we first got this book, I was skeptical. The story is a bit surreal. But my child LOVES it! He loves the chants, and I think he likes it being a dreamscape, it gives him something new to think about. He insists on it every night! Sendak has touched the pulse of children again, though to adults it may just look strange. Book Review: On Heavy Rotation
Summary: 5 Stars
I just bought this book for my [...] son and we love it. I am actually jealous that I did not get to experience this book as a child with an unlimited imagination. However, it did not take me long to suspend my adult mind and fall 'into the night kitchen'. This is a fantastical adventure via a dream had by "mickey" the main character of the story. Mickey must help these bakers make the morning cakes!He does so in a series of what may seem like bizarre events. First he falls from his bed into the (beautifully illustrated)night kitchen, into the vat of batter being turned by the bakers and into ( OH NO!) the mickey oven! It took me about two reads to find a lyrical flow that was comfortable for me, as I found it a little choppy at first, however it never seemed to bother my little guy. Prior to getting this book for our son , I had no idea that it was stirring up a little controversy. It would be a shame for someone to pass on this book because reviews deemed it odd or non sensical or (dare I say) immoral, b/c we all know by now Mickey is nude. The best treasure we could give to any child is a collection of books, this book is definitely a gem in that treasure. It is currently on heavy rotation along with Where the Wild things are, Strega nona, and I stink !