The Day the Crayons Quit. Book Summary

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Drew Daywalt

What’s inside

In this colorful tale, a box of crayons sends letters to their owner, expressing their frustrations and desires. Each color has its own story, making for a humorous and thought-provoking journey through the crayon box.

You’ll Learn

  • Encourages empathy by understanding different perspectives
  • Stimulates creativity and out-of-the-box thinking
  • Teaches the importance of addressing and resolving conflicts
  • Promotes appreciation for diversity and individuality

Key Points

  • Red Crayon feels overworked and seeks a break
  • Purple Crayon desires neater coloring within the lines
  • Beige Crayon is tired of playing second fiddle to Brown
  • Gray Crayon wants to color more than large animals
  • White Crayon feels unappreciated and invisible
  • Black Crayon wants to do more than just outlines
  • Green Crayon is happy but concerned about others’ issues

Who’s it For

  • Children
  • Parents
  • Educators
  • Illustrators
  • Creative Writers

About the author

Drew Daywalt is a bestselling author and filmmaker, known for his playful and imaginative storytelling in children’s literature, making everyday objects vibrant and full of personality.