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Harold and the Purple Crayon

by Crockett Johnson Publisher: HARPER FESTIVAL

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A moonlit journey drawn into being

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    Praised as “a satisfying artistic triumph” by Chris Van Allsburg

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AlbakiReads Editorial

A moonlit journey drawn into being

On an evening walk, Harold uses an oversized purple crayon to draw the world around him, shaping a route through woods and across seas, with dragons along the way. The simple setup makes drawing itself the engine of the adventure: each new stretch of landscape comes from Harold’s imagination. This board-book edition presents the story in a sturdy, compact format for young children.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Families introducing very young children to picture books
  • Young children who enjoy stories about drawing and imaginative adventures
  • Gift shoppers seeking a board-book edition for a young child

Themes

Imagination and drawingAdventureA child’s journey

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Book overview

From beloved children's book creator Crockett Johnson comes the timeless classic Harold and the Purple Crayon! This imagination-sparking picture book belongs on every child's bookshelf, and this board book edition features sturdy pages and is just the right size for young dreamers.

One evening Harold decides to go for a walk in the moonlight. Armed only with an oversize purple crayon, young Harold draws himself a landscape full of wonder and excitement.

Harold and his trusty crayon travel through woods and across seas and past dragons before returning to bed, safe and sound. Full of funny twists and surprises, this charming story shows just how far your imagination can take you.

"A satisfying artistic triumph." --Chris Van Allsburg, author-illustrator of The Polar Express

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