He is the author of the blockbuster hit The Day the Crayons Quit as well as The Day the Crayons Came Home and The Crayons' Christmas. 'Utterly original.' -San Francisco ChronicleĪuthor's bio : Although Drew Daywalt grew up in a haunted house, he now lives in a Southern California home, haunted by only his wife, two kids, and German Shepherd. * 'These memorable personalities will leave readers glancing apprehensively at their own crayon boxes.' -Publishers Weekly, starred review * 'This colorful title should make for an uproarious storytime.' -School Library Journal, starred review

This book will have children asking to have it read again and again.' -Library Media Connection 'Fresh and funny.' -The Wall Street Journal elevates crayon drawing to remarkable heights.' -Booklist Move over, Click, Clack, Moo we've got a new contender for the most successful picture-book strike.' -BCCB, starred review Goodreads' 2013 Best Picture Book of the Year 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.Īmazon's 2013 Best Picture Book of the Year What can Duncan possibly do to appease all of the crayons and get them back to doing what they do best? And Orange and Yellow are no longer speaking-each believes he is the true color of the sun.

Black crayon wants to be used for more than just outlining. 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. The hilarious, colorful #1 New York Times bestselling phenomenon that every kid wants! Gift a copy to someone you love today.

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