FICTION

The Crayons Give Thanks

by Drew Daywalt (text) & illus. by Oliver Jeffers
Philomel. Sept. 2024. 32p. Tr $9.99. ISBN 9780593690574.
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PreS-Gr 1–The newest addition to the series launched by the much loved The Day the Crayons Quit. Here, readers meet a number of the crayons as they express gratitude for the blessings they have in their colorful lives. From being the perfect shade to color the moon or Amazon river dolphins to finding love when Mom’s highlighter is dropped into the crayon box by mistake, the crayons are thankful and happy to be themselves. The addition of small pumpkins in the familiar, childlike illustrations from Jeffers, mixed with the overall theme of giving thanks, hints that this title is intended to be a Thanksgiving read. However, this book can be shared all year long.
VERDICT An excellent addition to an established series expands the journey of the beloved characters children know and love.
Reviewed by Jennifer LaBurre , Sep 01, 2024

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