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The Day the Crayons Quit
by Drew Daywalt, Oliver Jeffers
Published
June 27, 2013
Pages
40 pages
Language
English
Publisher
Philomel Books
Available Formats & Prices
View on AmazonKindle
$10.99
Hardcover
$9.40
Paperback
$13.15
Audiobook
$0.00
Audio CD
Not found
About This Book
The hilarious, colorful #1 New York Times bestselling phenomenon that every kid wants! Gift a copy to someone you love today. Poor Duncan just wants to color.
But when he opens his box of crayons, he finds only letters, all saying the same thing: His crayons have had enough! They quit! Blue crayon needs a break from coloring all those bodies of water.
Black crayon wants to be used for more than just outlining. And Orange and Yellow are no longer speaking—each believes he is the true color of the sun. What can Duncan possibly do to appease all of the crayons and get them back to doing what they do best?
With giggle-inducing text from Drew Daywalt and bold and bright illustrations from Oliver Jeffers, The Day the Crayons Quit is the perfect gift for new parents, baby showers, back-to-school, or any time of year! Perfect for fans of Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems and The True Story of the Three Little Pigs by Jon Sciezka and Lane Smith. Praise for The Day the Crayons Quit: Amazon’s 2013 Best Picture Book of the Year A Barnes & Noble Best Book of 2013 Goodreads’ 2013 Best Picture Book of the Year Winner of the E.B.
White Read-Aloud Award * “Hilarious . . .
Move over, Click, Clack, Moo ; we’ve got a new contender for the most successful picture-book strike.” – BCCB , starred review “Jeffers . . .
elevates crayon drawing to remarkable heights.” – Booklist “Fresh and funny.” – The Wall Street Journal "This book will have children asking to have it read again and again.” – Library Media Connection * “This colorful title should make for an uproarious storytime.” – School Library Journal , starred review * “These memorable personalities will leave readers glancing apprehensively at their own crayon boxes.” – Publishers Weekly , starred review “Utterly original.” – San Francisco Chronicle
Introduction
Meet Duncan, a young boy ready for a new day of school, only to find his crayons have gone rogue. Each crayon has penned its own letter, detailing grievances, dreams, and unexpected insights. From feeling overworked to craving more attention, these struggles unfold into a humorous and colorful adventure, pushing Duncan to unleash a new level of creativity.
Join Duncan as he embarks on a mission to appease his crayons and transform his artistic mishaps into a masterpiece of unity and understanding.
Key Takeaways
Playful exploration of color and creativity resonating with children and adults. Encourages empathy and understanding through relatable witty crayon perspectives. Blends humor with life lessons in a vibrantly illustrated world.
Detailed Description
The Day the Crayons Quit" invites readers into Duncan\'s colorful artistic journey. Each crayon writes a letter giving voice to its unique personality and problems. The story unfolds as Duncan discovers his colorful allies in turmoil.
The red crayon is tired beige feels neglected and the others similarly express grievances. Through these letters readers gain insight into diverse perspectives and the importance of appreciation and diversity in everyday settings. Oliver Jeffers' delightful illustrations bring Drew Daywalt's witty narrative to life making each crayon's voice distinctly memorable and engaging.
This imaginative tale offers a clever playful way to teach children valuable lessons about empathy teamwork and creative expression.
Standout Features
A creative twist on storytelling that brings an everyday item to life with personality and flair The book expertly combines humor with thoughtful messages providing teachable moments throughout the narrative Its vibrant illustrations capture attention and support the humorous yet meaningful dialogue creating a highly engaging read for all ages.
Book Details
0399255370
978-0399255373
10.38 x 0.42 x 10.25 inches
2.31 pounds
Specifications
Rating
Based on 23995 ratings
Customer Reviews
Fun but teaches some negative language
As an adult, yes, this is a fun book to read. I bought it for my two year old and he enjoys it, but I think it’s better suited for school aged kids who have already been influenced to some negative social norms 😅. It’s mostly fine, but it does use the word “hate” which I know a lot of people try not to teach their kids to use (and as a non American my husband finds the word very strong and really doesn’t like it), and there’s a whole page about how pink is a girl color. My son at 2 has no knowledge of “boy or girl” colors/toys so I changed the words, but that could have been written differently. I’ll probably put it away for a few years.
Happy fun read
Great book for gifting light happy easy read. Everyone enjoys it.
One of my favorite books ever
I don’t know who likes this book the most, my 5 year old or me. Great story, easy to read, keep him interested.
Such a cute book and funny story
I love this book and we read it frequently. Great for a 3 year old or older
Hilarious!
This children's book is by far my favorite book to read with my kids & they love it too! Who would have thought to give these little guys such huge personalities. A very funny & creative read! I laughed harder than my kids lol I highly recommend this book to both kids & adults! My inner child loved it just as much!
A+
My grandchildren first heard this audio book on a trip and loved it, so we ordered it for them through used books on Amazon. The book was in prime condition and it's such a fun story with beautiful illustrations. They like to read it on their own, but their favorite is with the audio book which can be found on Youtube to go along with it. The one we liked was recorded by Buddy Son. We love it and they love it. If you decide to buy it, be sure and point out the ways Duncan tries to appease his crayons with his class drawing on the next to the last page. You can't go wrong with his one!
Best little kids book
Very clever, engaging and educational for little kids
A Creative and Relatable Masterpiece for Kids
The Day the Crayons Quit is one of the most creative and unique children's books we've come across! The storyline is incredibly relatable, capturing the quirky personalities of each crayon in a way that’s both funny and heartwarming. The illustrations are fantastic—they truly look like they were drawn by a child, which adds to the charm and makes it even more engaging for young readers. My daughter loved this book so much that she performed it as a play for her preschool graduation, and it was the cutest thing ever! The entire family adored it, and we enjoyed it so much that we ended up getting the other books in the series. This book is a must-have for any child’s collection. It’s a perfect blend of creativity, humor, and relatability that kids and parents will both enjoy!
