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The Crayon Box that Talked

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The Crayon Box that Talked by is a charming children's story that describes how a box of crayons initially filled with squabbling colours learns to appreciate each other’s uniqueness. When a little girl begins to draw using the crayons, they see how beautifully they can work together, ultimately understanding the value of collaboration and acceptance.
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Format: Hardback
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This delightful children's book may appeal to you if you appreciate stories that teach about diversity and harmony. Through the charming narrative of talking crayons, young readers are encouraged to value differences and see how collaboration can create beautiful outcomes. Perfect for fostering inclusivity and teamwork in a fun and engaging way.

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The Crayon Box that Talked

A full colour picture book and poem about a crayon box, which conveys the message that when we all work together, the results are much more interesting and colourful. Illustrated by Michael Letzig.

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The Crayon Box that Talked tells the story of a box of crayons where Yellow hates Red, as does Green, and no one likes Orange! Can these crayons quit arguing and learn to cooperate?

Shane DeRolf's deceptively simple poem celebrates the creation of harmony through diversity. In combination with Michael Letzig’s vibrant illustrations, young readers will come to understand that when we all work together, the results are much more colourful and interesting.

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The Crayon Box that Talked by Shane DeRolf, categorized under Children's Books, receives positive reviews for its engaging and colourful story that subtly teaches children about diversity and cooperation. Many readers appreciate its ability to convey important social messages in a manner that is easily accessible to young audiences. Parents and educators often commend it for its ability to spark conversations around the importance of appreciating differences and working together.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780679886112

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 21 October 1997

Country: United States

Imprint: Random House Books for Young Readers

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Shane Derolf
  • Illustrated by Michael Letzig
  • Illustrated by Shane Derolf
  • Illustrated by Michael Letzig

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 194.0mm

Height: 262.0mm

Weight: 283g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Shane DeRolfis an award-winning writer and CEO of Big Word Club, a vocabulary-teaching tool. Michael Letzigis an author and illustrator best known for The Crayon Box that Talked.

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