Harold and the Purple Crayon

by Crockett Johnson Narrated by Bruce Bayley Johnson

Overview

Notes From Your Bookseller

An ode to imagination, this is the story of a young boy and his purple crayon as he draws an adventure for himself. It’s a classic picture book that must be read by all.

This is the ingeniously imaginative story of a small boy who, with his magic crayon, draws himself in and out of a series of adventures.

Editorial Reviews

Barnes & Noble Staff

Harold's wonderful purple crayon makes everthing he draws become real. One evening, Harold draws a path and a moon and goes for a walk-and the moon comes too. After many adventures, Harold gets tired and can't find his bedroom. Finally, he remembers that the moon always shines through his bedroom window. He draws himself a bed, and "the purple crayon dropped on the floor, and Harold dropped off to sleep." This little gem is filled with visual and written puns.

Horn Book

An ingenious and original picture story in which a small boy out for a walk--happily with crayon in hand--draws himself some wonderful adventures. A little book that will be loved.

From the Publisher

"[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

BN ID:	2940171337643
Publisher:	Weston Woods
Publication date:	01/01/1969
Edition description:	Unabridged
Age Range:	5 - 8 Years

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