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The game under the tree looked like a hundred others Peters and Judy had at home. But they were bored and restless and, looking for something interesting to do, thought they'd give Jumanji a try. Little did they know when they unfolded its ordinary-looking playing board that they were about to... read more

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Two siblings unknowingly begin playing a board game that comes to life. They have to navigate past the perils of a lion, snake, monkeys, storms, and other dangers to reach Jumanji.

Characters edit see section history

  • Peter: Little, young boy wanting to have fun
  • Judy: Sister.
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Quotes edit see section history

  • “Read instructions carefully.”

Setting & Locations edit see section history

Peter home inside or just in the game.

First Sentence edit see section history

"Now remember," Mother said, "your father and I are bringing some guests by after the opera, so please keep the house neat."

Table of Contents edit see section history

This is a pictures book and therefore there are no chapters.

Series & Lists edit see section history

This is book 1 of 2 in Board Game. (standard series)

Followed by Zathura.

This is book 302 of 986 in 1001 Children's Books You Must Read Before You Grow Up. (authoritative list)

Preceded by The Paper Bag Princess, and followed by Mr. Fox.

Authors & Contributors edit see section history

  1. Chris Van Allsburg (Author)

First Edition edit see section history

Original Language: English
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin
Country: USA
Publication Date: 1981
ISBN: 0395304482
Page Count: 32

Notes for Parents edit see section history

Reading Level: Ages 9-12

This could also be read to middle elementary age students.


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