The Day the Crayons Quit
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The blockbuster hit that kids (and grown-ups!) will enjoy reading again and again—a hilarious, colorful picture book celebrating creativity and self-expression, hailed as “fresh and funny” (The Wall Street Journal) and “utterly original” (San Francisco Chronicle).
WINNER OF THE E.B. WHITE READ-ALOUD AWARD • A KIRKUS REVIEWS BEST PICTURE BOOK OF THE CENTURY • ONE OF THE ATLANTIC’S 65 ESSENTIAL CHILDREN’S BOOKS
Poor Duncan just wants to color. But when he opens his box of crayons, he finds only written letters, all saying the same thing: His crayons have had enough! They quit! Blue Crayon needs a break from coloring all those bodies of water. Black Crayon wants to be used for more than just outlining. And Orange and Yellow are no longer speaking—each believes he is the true color of the sun. What can Duncan possibly do to appease all the crayons and get them back to doing what they do best?
With giggle-inducing text from Drew Daywalt, and bold, bright illustrations from Oliver Jeffers, The Day the Crayons Quit is a modern classic.
From the Publisher




Publisher : Philomel Books
Publication date : June 27, 2013
Edition : First Edition
Language : English
Print length : 40 pages
ISBN-10 : 0399255370
ISBN-13 : 978-0399255373
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Reading age : 3 – 6 years, from customers
Dimensions : 10.44 x 0.43 x 10.38 inches
Part of series : The Crayons Celebrate
Grade level : Preschool – 3
Best Sellers Rank: #243 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #1 in Children’s Art Fiction #6 in Children’s Books on Emotions & Feelings (Books) #18 in Children’s Humor
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13 reviews for The Day the Crayons Quit
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Denisse Villar –
such a cute and funny read for kids
This book is adorable and so clever. My daughter loves the way each crayon has its own personality and little story, and it keeps her engaged from start to finish. The illustrations are bright and playful and it is one of those books that is fun for adults to read too. It is the kind of story that makes kids laugh while also teaching a little bit about feelings and getting along. We have read it multiple times already and it has become an easy favorite on the shelf.
Nina –
Great book for kids and adults!
Very cute book for kids! Funny, engaging and colorful.
Kristin K –
A cute engaging story
These books are super cute. The illustrations are great and colorful. I hope to get the rest along the way. They are good quality and easy for kids to enjoy.
DeeDee –
Highly recommend!
My kids love The Day the Crayons Quit and honestly, I love it even more! It’s such a clever and funny story, full of personality and creativity. Each crayon has its own voice and attitude, which makes reading it aloud so much fun for both kids and adults.The illustrations are adorable, and the message about empathy, teamwork, and self-expression is wonderful. It’s one of those rare children’s books that parents actually look forward to reading again and again. Highly recommend!
SEARCHING –
Durable and written very well for five years and up
This is a perfect book for children starting to read
Cynthia Leto –
A Box of Brilliance: ‘The Day the Crayons Quit’ Delights!
5/5 starsI recently purchased “The Day the Crayons Quit” by Drew Daywalt and illustrated by Oliver Jeffers for my 7-year-old daughter. I am absolutely delighted with this book!The story is clever, humorous, and engaging. The crayons, each with their own unique personality, decide to quit their job and express their frustrations through hilarious letters to their owner, Duncan. The illustrations are vibrant, whimsical, and perfectly complement the story.My daughter was completely enthralled by the book and couldn’t stop giggling at the crayons’ antics. The story sparked a great conversation about creativity, self-expression, and the importance of using our imagination.The book’s physical quality is also top-notch. The pages are sturdy, and the cover is beautifully designed. The price was very reasonable, especially considering the high quality of the book.Overall, I highly recommend “The Day the Crayons Quit” to parents, educators, and anyone who loves a good story. It’s a wonderful addition to any home or classroom library.
KS –
Fun but teaches some negative language
As an adult, yes, this is a fun book to read. I bought it for my two year old and he enjoys it, but I think it’s better suited for school aged kids who have already been influenced to some negative social norms 😅. It’s mostly fine, but it does use the word “hate” which I know a lot of people try not to teach their kids to use (and as a non American my husband finds the word very strong and really doesn’t like it), and there’s a whole page about how pink is a girl color. My son at 2 has no knowledge of “boy or girl” colors/toys so I changed the words, but that could have been written differently. I’ll probably put it away for a few years.
Corri the Shaman –
A Creative and Relatable Masterpiece for Kids
The Day the Crayons Quit is one of the most creative and unique children’s books we’ve come across! The storyline is incredibly relatable, capturing the quirky personalities of each crayon in a way that’s both funny and heartwarming. The illustrations are fantastic—they truly look like they were drawn by a child, which adds to the charm and makes it even more engaging for young readers.My daughter loved this book so much that she performed it as a play for her preschool graduation, and it was the cutest thing ever! The entire family adored it, and we enjoyed it so much that we ended up getting the other books in the series.This book is a must-have for any child’s collection. It’s a perfect blend of creativity, humor, and relatability that kids and parents will both enjoy!
Abigail LEE –
Can’t get enough of this book!
Msquared87 –
An amazing story for kids to learn about feelings in a really creative way!
Susan –
English words are witty and expressive
Placeholder –
I am amazed at how creatively this book is written by the author . Great illustrations too. I got this for my 4years old and I ended up loving it. She likes it too. At first she did not get the context of the book, but slowly she is trying to understand. But she loves to listen to me reading this for her. Probably kids age above 5 or 6 may able to understand and enjoy this even more.
ミサさん –
かわいい絵本。子どもが楽しく読んでいます。物にも命があるように感じることができたのか、他の物も大切に扱うようになりました。