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Created: 14th August, 2015

The Day the Crayons Quit

Author: Drew Daywalt
Illustrator: Oliver Jeffers
Publisher: HarperCollins

Duncan’s crayons desperately want to communicate with him so each of them writes him a letter. Most of them have grievances, whether it’s about the amount they have to work (too much or too little) or the restricted range of objects for which they are used. They have internecine squabbles, such as whether orange or yellow is the true colour of the sun. Each crayon has its own distinct character, highlighted by the fact that the letters are written in a variety of handwriting styles on different kinds of paper.  A creative concept executed with great good humour.

Sequel: The Day the Crayons Came Home (9780008124441), HarperCollins £7.99

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