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Jumanji
Jumanji
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In his second book for children, Chris Van Allsburg again explores the ever-shifting line between fantasy and reality with this story about a game that comes startlingly to life. His marvelous drawings beautifully convey a mix of the everyday and the extraordinary, as a quiet house is taken over by an exotic jungle.
Chris Van Allsburg (1949-) is an American illustrator & author born in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He has won two Caldecott Medals for U.S. picture book illustration, among other awards, for 'Jumanji' (1981) and 'The Polar Express' (1985), both of which he also wrote. These two books were later adapted as successful motion pictures.
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Exciting children's adventure blending fantasy and reality.
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Who is this book for?
If you love stories where the ordinary turns into the extraordinary, Jumanji is a wonderful pick. It's a captivating tale of a game that walks off the board and into real life, sparking imagination and awe. Reader reviews often mention how the illustrations bring the jungle to life, making it a magical read for kids and nostalgic for adults alike.