The Life of a Crayon

A Colorful Story of Never-Ending Beginnings
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In The Life of a Crayon by Christopher Willard, a simple crayon takes readers on a vibrant journey, sharing its adventures from creation to the end of its life. Interacting with various characters and scenes, the crayon highlights the beauty and creativity involved in its everyday experiences, celebrating creativity and imagination in the world of children's art. The book is a charming exploration of perspective and the unexpected joy in ordinary objects.
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This delightful children's book may appeal to you if you're interested in a heartwarming tale that brings everyday objects to life with imaginative storytelling. It offers a unique perspective that encourages children to explore creativity, friendship, and the world around them through vibrant illustrations and engaging narrative. Perfect for sparking the imagination of young readers.

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The Life of a Crayon

When a girl receives a box of crayons for her fourth birthday, Green soon becomes her favorite color, and as the years pass by she and green learn important life lessons through her art.

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When Green arrives in a crayon box as a present to a little girl, he has no idea of the impact he will have on her life in small but profound and meaningful ways. Amazon Best of the Month Pick When Green arrives in a crayon box as a present to a little girl, he has no idea of the impact he will have on her life in small but profound and meaningful ways. TheLife of a Crayon is a colorful story (ages 4-8) abouta girl and her crayon who grow up together and draw the world around them.When a little girl receives abox ofcrayonsfor her birthday, Green becomesherfavorite. Over the years, as the girl creates art and projects and greeting cards, Green learns new skills and important lessons alongsideher. Perhaps most importantly, Green fills her-and others'-worlds with color and the emotions it evokes, and in doing so leaves a legacy that is vast and meaningful. The story can just be an engaging and thought-provoking adventure on its own, or it can help kids and families cope with change, the challenges of growing up, and even lossas this book touches on themes like life cycles, impermanence, and connection.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781611809770

Publisher: Shambhala Publications Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 28 February 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Shambhala Publications Inc

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 267.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 32

About the Author

DR. CHRISTOPHER WILLARD is an author and educator who teaches at Harvard Medical School and serves on the board of the Mindfulness in Education Network and the Institute for Meditation and Psychotherapy. An established speaker in both meditation and psychotherapy communities, he regularly leads workshops and presents at conferences around the world. TARA WOSISKI is an artist, author and art educator. She teaches mindfulness to children and adults and creates large scale community artworks designed to produce experiences of awe. She received her MAT degree through the University of The Arts in Philadelphia, PA and was trained to teach mindfulness through the Center for Resilience in Providence, RI. She is deeply connected to nature and has a life-long passion for learning about the brain. Tara is always working on many types of creative endeavors. HOLLY CLIFTON-BROWN is a freelance illustrator living in London. Her work combines traditional painting with contemporary techniques to create a unique and imagination visual language. Her website is www.hollycliftonbrown.com.

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