Happy Father's Day from the Crayons

by Drew Daywalt, Oliver Jeffers (Illustrator)

Overview

For this wonderful mini hardcover celebration of Father's Day, the hilarious Crayons from the #1 New York Times bestselling The Day the Crayons Quit love their dads—and father figures in their lives—so much, they wrote a book about it!

Red Crayon loves his dad because he draws the most perfect hearts. Green Crayon loves his grandad, who has a real green thumb. And Purple Crayon appreciates his mom on Father's Day, even if she colors outside the lines. In this inclusive celebration of all kinds of families, the Crayons show just how much they love celebrating their dads—and other family members—on Father's Day.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780593624616
Publisher:	Penguin Young Readers Group
Publication date:	02/04/2025
Series:	Drew Daywalt's Crayons Book Series
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	5.70(w) x 6.60(h) x 0.40(d)
Lexile:	AD520L (what's this?)
Age Range:	4 - 8 Years

About the Author

Drew Daywalt grew up in a haunted house, but now lives in a Southern California home haunted only by his wife, two kids, and a German shepherd. A Hollywood screenwriter when he is not writing for young readers, Drew's favorite crayon is Black. He is the #1 bestselling author of The Day the Crayons Quit and The Day the Crayons Came Home, in addition to many other titles.

Oliver Jeffers makes art and tells stories. His books include How to Catch a Star; Lost and Found, which was the recipient of the prestigious Nestle Children's Book Prize Gold Award in the UK and was later adapted into an award-winning animated film; and the New York Times bestsellers Here We Are, What We'll Build, Stuck, This Moose Belongs to Me, and Once Upon an Alphabet. He is also, of course, the illustrator of the #1 smash hit Crayons series, written by Drew Daywalt. His fine art is world-renowned and his dip-art exhibitions are much sought-after events. Originally from Belfast, Northern Ireland, Oliver now splits his time between Belfast and Brooklyn, New York. You can visit Oliver Jeffers online at OliverJeffers.com or follow him on Instagram @OliverJeffers.

Editorial Reviews

Praise for Happy Father's Day from the Crayons:

"Notably, this tale acknowledges that families all look different . . . Another winner from Daywalt and Jeffers." —Kirkus Reviews

"While the book has all the humor and colorful characters fans of the series will recognize, it is the inclusive, nontraditional portrayal of Father’s Day that truly shines. . . A great purchase for libraries where the series is popular, or for those needing a Father’s Day read-aloud." —School Library Journal

From the Publisher

04/11/2025

Toddler-K—In this new addition to Daywalt and Jeffers's series, the Crayons celebrate Father's Day by showing love for their families. Each crayon takes a turn sharing who they are loving this holiday and why. First up is Brown Crayon, who "loves her dad because he loves learning as much as teaching." In the series' signature style, the main text is in black, accompanied by playful gray dialogue: "I have no idea how to throw this thing, but let's figure it out together." The book features a rainbow of crayons demonstrating how they celebrate Father's Day with their diverse families. Blue-Green loves both her dads, Blue and Green, while Beige crayon is loving his mom. Pale Yellow Crayon loves her dad, depicted in the illustrations as a calculator, while Navy Blue crayon loves his stepdad, a remote control. While the book has all the humor and colorful characters fans of the series will recognize, it is the inclusive, nontraditional portrayal of Father's Day that truly shines. VERDICT A great purchase for libraries where the series is popular, or for those needing a Father's Day read-aloud.—Nicolette Pavain

School Library Journal

2024-10-25
After celebrating Easter, Thanksgiving, Halloween, St. Patrick’s Day, and other holidays, the Crayons come together to salute their dads.

Does your pop resemble Brown Crayon’s? He lovingly helps her learn new skills, and when he doesn’t know something, he’s game to “figure it out together.” Neon Red’s dad “always knows where he’s going” (though the accompanying image depicts him holding an upside-down map of Mt. Rushmore). Blue-Green has two dads (Blue and Green, naturally). Beige celebrates his tool-wielding, pot-stirring mom—his only parent. Pale Yellow’s dad is a literal calculator, so when she says she loves him “to the moon and back,” he generates, and appreciates, the exact figure. Orange and Yellow honor their grandpa, who uses a wheelchair, while Navy Blue loves his stepdad, who happens to be a remote control. Mauve’s dad knows that the right answer to every question is, “Better ask your mom.” Green is grateful for his whole blended family, three different but related verdant shades. Notably, this tale acknowledges that families all look different; no Crayon is left out, and everyone has the opportunity to show their caregivers “how much they’re loved on Father’s Day.” Jeffers’ clever, childlike art gives every character personality and verve.

Another winner from Daywalt and Jeffers.(Picture book. 4-8)

Kirkus Reviews