Harold and the Purple Crayon

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. 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 Share this classic as a birthday, baby shower, or graduation gift!

About the author

Crockett Johnson (1906–1975) was the writer and illustrator of over twenty books for children, including the beloved classic Harold and the Purple Crayon, six subsequent adventures starring Harold, and The Carrot Seed, written by his wife, Ruth Krauss. He was also the creator of the groundbreaking Barnaby, one of the most influential and ingenious comic strips of the twentieth century.
Crockett Johnson (1906–1975) was the writer and illustrator of over twenty books for children, including the beloved classic Harold and the Purple Crayon, six subsequent adventures starring Harold, and The Carrot Seed, written by his wife, Ruth Krauss. He was also the creator of the groundbreaking Barnaby, one of the most influential and ingenious comic strips of the twentieth century.

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"[Harold and the Purple Crayon] is one of my favorite children's books. I've read it to my kids so many times." - actress, singer, and songwriter Zooey Deschanel

Product details

• Authors: Crockett Johnson
• Assisted by: Crockett Johnson (Illustration)
• Publisher: Harper Collins Usa
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 4 to 8
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 29.09.2015
• EAN: 9780064430227
• ISBN: 978-0-06-443022-7
• No. of pages: 64
• Dimensions: 155 mm x 190 mm x 6 mm
• Series: HarperTrophy; Purple Crayon Books
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books > Picture books; JUVENILE FICTION: Bedtime & Dreams, JUVENILE FICTION: Classics, JUVENILE FICTION: Fantasy & Magic, JUVENILE FICTION: Readers / Chapter Books, JUVENILE FICTION: Imagination & Play, JUVENILE FICTION: Travel, JUVENILE FICTION: Short Stories, JUVENILE FICTION: Science Fiction / General, JUVENILE FICTION: Art, JUVENILE FICTION: Activity Books / Coloring