Harold and the Purple Crayon - Softcover

Johnson, Crockett

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0590339427 ISBN 13: 9780590339421

Publisher: Scholastic Paperbacks, 1993

Synopsis

Harold's classic adventure of wonder and imagination is now available in an oversized board book edition! Perfect for lap-reading at bedtime, story time in the classroom or library, or as a gift for new parents, this large format book is a wonderful way to introduce Harold to a whole new generation of readers.

"One evening, after thinking it over for some time, Harold decided to go for a walk in the moonlight..." Armed only with an oversized purple crayon, young Harold draws himself a landscape full of wonder and excitement. Full of funny twists and surprises, this joyful story shows just how far your imagination can take you.

About this title

Review:

"This popular translation of one of the world's most beloved children's books, "Harold and the Purple Crayon, " is now available in a bold new trim size with a bright and engaging treatment of the original cover art. For generations, children have cherished this ingenious and original little picture story." --"Horn Book"

About the Author:

Crockett Johnson was born in New York and spent his childhood on Long Island. He acquired his art education at New York University and at Cooper Union.

For many years the author and illustrator of the popular comic strip Barnaby, Mr. Johnson also illustrated many wonderful children's books, including Ruth Krauss's The Carrot Seed. He is perhaps best remembered for his own slyly engaging books about a small boy named Harold and his journeys with a purple crayon.

Crockett Johnson was born in New York and spent his childhood on Long Island. He acquired his art education at New York University and at Cooper Union.

For many years the author and illustrator of the popular comic strip Barnaby, Mr. Johnson also illustrated many wonderful children's books, including Ruth Krauss's The Carrot Seed. He is perhaps best remembered for his own slyly engaging books about a small boy named Harold and his journeys with a purple crayon.

About this edition

• Publisher: Scholastic Paperbacks
• Publication date: 1993
• ISBN 10: 0590339427
• ISBN 13: 9780590339421
• Binding: Paperback