The Night at the Museum

If you're buying this because you enjoyed the Ben Stiller movie of the same title and were looking for that story in a picturebook format you may be disappointed. There aren't really any similarities between the two other than both are based in a New York Museum (Museum of Natural History) where exhibits come to life and both have a guy called Larry who gets a job as a security guard there. In this adventure though Larry... Read Full Review

I took my son to see the film Night at the Museum recently. The film was excellent, clean and original entertainment and my son couldn't stop talking about it. I noticed in the opening credits that the film is based on a children's book so I thought I would pick it up for him to tide him over until this movie appeared on DVD. When the book arrived, I was pleasantly surprised that the basic premise and overall feel of the... Read Full Review

This picture book is a great addition to those who may have seen the recent movie with Ben Stiller. The book, which the movie was LOOSELY based on, describes a newly hired night watchman's experience in a natural science museum on his first night. All the exhibits come to life! This is a great story for the kids -- the drawings are goofy enough not to scare and the story is one of persevering and finishing the job. A great... Read Full Review

This book has become a family favorite. A brilliant story by Milan Trenc. We read this story to our children before and after we go to the museum. We never get tired of telling the story--its not the normal kids book. The author does not dumb down his story --very refreshing. It really brings the museum to life. I'd love to purchase other books by this author. NYC mom (2 children under 10)

An enchanting, absorbing story with truly unique and wonderful illustrations.