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Crockett Johnson

    October 20, 1906 – July 11, 1975

    Crockett Johnson, born David Johnson Leisk, was an American cartoonist and children's book illustrator. He is most celebrated for the comic strip Barnaby and a series of children's books initiated by Harold and the Purple Crayon. His work is known for its distinctive style and appeal to young readers, focusing on simple yet imaginative narratives that foster childhood creativity.

    The Grey Man
    Harold's ABC Board Book
    Harold's Fairy Tale
    Barnaby Volume One
    Harold and the Purple Crayon
    Harold and the Purple Crayon 2-Book Box Set
    • 2022

      Soon to be a major motion picture! Step into the imaginative world of Harold and the Purple Crayon like never before! This story-driven activity book based on Crockett Johnson's beloved character encourages readers to literally pick up their crayons and use their imagination to go on an adventure with Harold. Explore the bottom of the ocean and the tops of trees, escape monsters, pirates, and dragons, and have a blast with Harold on this epic interactive adventure. Featuring an activity that engages young readers' imagination, creativity, and problem solving-skills on every spread, the fun-packed story can be read over and over again even after the activities are completed! Ever since the publication of Harold and the Purple Crayon in 1955, Crockett Johnson's crayon-wielding hero has had a devoted following. This exciting new interactive story featuring the classic character, with its clever and inventive twists, will delight fans old and new.

      My Adventure with Harold and the Purple Crayon Activity Book
    • 2020

      Barnaby Volume Four

      • 372 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      Volume four of Barnaby features the whimsical adventures of a little boy and his charmingly inept fairy godfather, Mr. O'Malley, from 1948-1949. The blend of fantasy and satire, along with Crockett Johnson's elegant artwork, makes this comic strip a delightful read.

      Barnaby Volume Four
    • 2020

      Harold's Treasure Hunt

      • 64 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      One evening, Harold takes a walk on the beach. With the moon to keep him company and his purple crayon in hand, he has everything he needs for an adventure on the high seas.

      Harold's Treasure Hunt
    • 2016

      Time for Spring

      • 40 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Discover another timeless classic from the creator of Harold and the Purple Crayon! This poignant story about a little girl and her snowman was first published in 1957 and has been out of print for decades. Now available in a fully-restored edition with enhanced cover artwork, this storybook makes a delightful springtime gift and is great for Easter baskets too! With more text than the Harold and the Purple Crayon books, Time for Spring is just right for children beginning to read on their own, but the artwork on each spread means even the youngest readers can enjoy it, too. An excellent pick for parents who want to explore themes of patience and friendship with their children, or for anyone who wants to expand their Crockett Johnson library. Pair with Crockett Johnson's Will Spring Be Early? Or Will Spring Be Late? for even more springtime reading fun! Irene is ready for winter to be over, but her snowman is not, and says that as long as he's around, springtime won't come. Can Irene and the snowman find a way to make both their wishes come true?

      Time for Spring
    • 2016

      Crockett Johnson's charming book about a groundhog searching for signs of spring is now back in print! First published in 1959, this edition of the funny story about a Groundhog Day mix-up features refreshed cover artwork ready to delight a whole new generation of readers. With slightly more text than Harold and the Purple Crayon, this book is great for beginning readers or for reading aloud with little ones. Pair it with Crockett Johnson's Time for Spring for even more snow-turned-to-springtime fun!

      Will Spring Be Early? Or Will Spring Be Late?
    • 2015

      Harold's ABC Board Book

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading
      4.0(24)Add rating

      Join Harold on a whimsical journey through the alphabet, where each letter sparks creativity and imagination. Perfectly sized for young readers, this engaging tale combines the joy of learning the ABCs with the playful adventures of Harold and his iconic purple crayon, making it an ideal choice for early literacy development.

      Harold's ABC Board Book
    • 2015

      Barnaby Volume Three

      • 371 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      The comic revolves around a precocious five-year-old named Barnaby Baxter and his fairy godfather Jackeen J. O'Malley. Yet O'Malley, a cigar-chomping, bumbling con-artist and fast-talker, is not your typical protector. His grasp of magic is usually specious at best, limited to occasional flashes, often aided and abetted by his fellow members in The Elves, Leprechauns, Gnomes, and Little Men's Chowder & Marching Society.

      Barnaby Volume Three
    • 2015

      Harold at the North Pole

      • 48 pages
      • 2 hours of reading
      3.6(16)Add rating

      A classic Harold and the Purple Crayon holiday adventure picture book! Harold at the North Pole finds Harold in need of a Christmas tree and Santa in need of Harold’s help. It's up to Harold to draw a pack of jolly reindeer to transport Santa, along with his big bag of toys, through the night and save Christmas! Crockett Johnson’s Christmas adventure, with its clever and inventive twists, will delight little ones eagerly awaiting Santa’s arrival. Perfect for the young readers who enjoy other classic holiday board books, such as A Christmas Wish for Corduroy, Biscuit’s Snowy Day, and Merry Christmas, Mouse! Also available in board book, paperback, and ebook editions.

      Harold at the North Pole
    • 2015

      Two board books; endless imagination! Crockett Johnson's stories of Harold and his purple crayon have captivated readers of all ages for generations. Now two of Harold's most popular adventures are packaged together in this must-have board book gift box. Perfect as a baby shower gift or for expanding a family's Harold library, these board books are just the right size for little hands and sharing aloud at bedtime. Harold and the Purple Crayon: "One evening, after thinking it over for some time, Harold decided to go for a walk in the moonlight." Armed only with an oversized purple crayon, young Harold draws himself a landscape full of wonder and excitement. Harold's ABC: "Harold decided one evening to take a trip through the alphabet, from A to Z." Go on an adventure of the imagination as Harold draws his way through the alphabet one letter at a time.

      Harold and the Purple Crayon 2-Book Box Set
    • 2014

      Barnaby Volume Two

      • 375 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      Volume 2 of Crockett Johnson's classic comic strip features 5-year-old Barnaby Baxter and his Fairy Godfather J.J. O'Malley, showcasing their whimsical misadventures from 1944-1945. The collection is designed by renowned graphic novelist Daniel Clowes, known for "Ghost World."

      Barnaby Volume Two