The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Interactive (MinaLima Edition): (Illustrated with Interactive Elements) (Minalima Classics)

This is such a unique way to experience the original, unabridged “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.” I bought this copy to read to my children and promptly bought two more copies as gifts for young cousins and my son’s 3rd grade teacher (who was concurrently reading the story to his class). I loved the unique full color illustrations and details that were found on every page of the book; it made reading aloud more interesting and enjoyable, and I feel like it was easier to keep my children engaged through such a long story. I didn’t have difficulty in keeping the book closed with all the extra cardstock pop up’s, as other reviewers mentioned. It is definitively a “handle with care” item, as all pop up books are. This isn’t the copy you dog ear or read in the tub.The only issue I have with this version of book is that the creative license taken means that the pictures didn’t always match the text. I felt, at times, that I was viewing what the illustrator saw in their head, as opposed to what L Frank Baum actually described. He is a master storyteller so I would have appreciated more literal illustrations, although most of the time it wasn’t an issue.There was ONE glaring mistake early on in the illustrations that my brain just couldn’t move past. In the fold out map of Oz, the Munchkins are shown to be in the West, and the Winkies are shown to the East. Nope. The directions are so fundamental to the character’s journey through Oz that I probably checked my “never eat soggy waffles” mantra about 50 times before forcing myself to accept the discrepancy and turn the page. It wasn’t enough to make me knock a star off the review of this enchanting edition, but it bothered me enough to consider it. Of all the pictures to get right, that one was the most important.I love this story, and the others that follow in the Oz series. I love that this version is unabridged and slightly violent in the way most good children’s stories are. It’s a truly original tale about an exciting journey. It promotes kindness, bravery, resilience, critical thinking, healthy skepticism, and loyalty. Along the way it reveals great ironies about how the characters view themselves and others, and encourages the reader to shed pre-conceived notions and stories that might impede our own perception. To me, this book is a perfect illustration of the concept that life is about the journey, not the destination.

This interactive edition of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by MinaLima is absolutely magical! The attention to detail is incredible, from the vibrant full-color illustrations to the beautifully designed interactive elements. The pop-ups, spinning wheels, and pull-tabs bring the story to life in a way that makes it feel completely fresh, even for those who already know and love the classic. The quality of the book itself is fantastic, with thick pages and a sturdy hardcover that makes it feel like a true collector’s item. Whether you're a longtime fan of Oz or discovering it for the first time, this edition is an absolute treasure. Highly recommend!

This book is absolutely gorgeous! A keepsake for sure! The colors are vibrant. The pages are thick. All of the pop-ups and pullouts help make storytelling so much fun. Looking forward to buying all of these! Will keep for years to come and grandkids to come.

A huge fan of MinaLima, A old school style illustration. Can't wait for October, Mina didFrankenstein!!! Any one of this book will not let you down. Great for Birthdays, babyshowers, And anniversaries. Beautiful books!!!

I simply don’t have words for how much my 11-year old daughter and I are enjoying this gorgeous and creative masterpiece. In a world where the visual matters more than ever before, it’s so much fun for us to gather together and enjoy the interactive visuals of a classic book together (instead of a screen!) while also making beautiful memories. Worth every penny. I can’t wait to start the next book in this series!

This is fantastic fun. I love how unique the artwork is and the tissue paper inside to protect the foldouts.

I am loving the MinaLima Editions of the classics. They are so gorgeous and fun to read. Grab one up! Nothing like losing yourself in a well loved story on a cold winter's day!

I love the illustrations and the pop out parts. It makes reading the book a lot more entertaining. It’d make regular books too boring to read. They even put protective paper behind each pop out. Very good quality and highly recommend.