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bookworm_rn's review against another edition
4.0
She thought this was going to be boring.
Eliana’s review: “I actually liked this book. I liked all of it. My favorite was when the animals came in the house. It was good, it was kind of silly.”
Eliana’s review: “I actually liked this book. I liked all of it. My favorite was when the animals came in the house. It was good, it was kind of silly.”
notspacemanlee's review against another edition
5.0
I read Jumanji for the first time since I was five for old time's sake. The illustrations are both beautiful and haunting --- though thankfully, the book doesn't frighten me anymore.
This might be an unpopular opinion, but Jumanji shouldn't have spawned numerous movies, a TV series, and a Craig Kilborn Sportscenter catchphrase. Speaking of, whatever happened to Craig Kilborn?
This might be an unpopular opinion, but Jumanji shouldn't have spawned numerous movies, a TV series, and a Craig Kilborn Sportscenter catchphrase. Speaking of, whatever happened to Craig Kilborn?
mdevlin923's review against another edition
3.0
Two children, Judy and Peter, find a game called Jumanji. They take the game home and play it, only to realize that what happens in the game happens in real life! Soon, their home is invaded by a lion, monkeys, rhinoceros, a lost guide, lava, and a python. The only way to get rid of these terrifying creatures is to end the game...which Judy accomplishes just in time.
A good choice for reading aloud to a classroom (grades 2-4)...intriguing plot, suspense, and detailed illustrations.
A good choice for reading aloud to a classroom (grades 2-4)...intriguing plot, suspense, and detailed illustrations.
shelbymarie516's review
4.0
Short little book, had no idea this is the same author for Zathura and The Polar Express.
pagesofash's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
book_concierge's review against another edition
5.0
Audiobook performed by Robin Williams
Peter and Judy’s parents are going to a matinee, and they leave the children at home, with instructions to “keep the house neat,” as they’ll be bringing some guests back after the performance. Of course, they immediately make a mess with all their toys, but even that is boring after a while, so they head for the park. There they find a discarded board game – JUMANJI: A Jungle Adventure Game - and decide to take it home and play it. Fortunately, they DO read the instructions ….
What a flight of fancy and imagination! Oh, the thrill of being just a little naughty and pulling one over on the parents … followed by the sheer terror when you realize that you are going to get caught and most certainly severely punished. How can they possibly explain to Mother and Father about the rhinoceros stampede, or the monkeys in the kitchen, not to mention the python on the mantel and the torrential downpour that has soaked all the carpets.
Van Allsburg’s wonderful illustrations won the Caldecott Medal, and this was a well-deserved prize.
The 30th anniversary edition I got from the library has a surprise: an audio CD of the book, performed by Robin Williams. I confess that I listened to it twice!
Peter and Judy’s parents are going to a matinee, and they leave the children at home, with instructions to “keep the house neat,” as they’ll be bringing some guests back after the performance. Of course, they immediately make a mess with all their toys, but even that is boring after a while, so they head for the park. There they find a discarded board game – JUMANJI: A Jungle Adventure Game - and decide to take it home and play it. Fortunately, they DO read the instructions ….
What a flight of fancy and imagination! Oh, the thrill of being just a little naughty and pulling one over on the parents … followed by the sheer terror when you realize that you are going to get caught and most certainly severely punished. How can they possibly explain to Mother and Father about the rhinoceros stampede, or the monkeys in the kitchen, not to mention the python on the mantel and the torrential downpour that has soaked all the carpets.
Van Allsburg’s wonderful illustrations won the Caldecott Medal, and this was a well-deserved prize.
The 30th anniversary edition I got from the library has a surprise: an audio CD of the book, performed by Robin Williams. I confess that I listened to it twice!
jackowolope's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
catnipfields's review against another edition
3.0
Firstly, I'm kinda disappointed that it was only a children's book. Not only because of the mood, which was much more sinister in both the movie and the animated series, but also because of the length. After watching the movie and series I expected to get into an amazing book but all I got was a very simple version of a story. Despite the idea being still brilliant, I think the scarier screen versions are much better.
ramblr37's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.75