Books by Crockett Johnson

One of the launch titles in the amazing new Essential Picture Book Classics list from HarperCollins, this book is full of funny twists and surprises as young Harold draws himself some wonderful adventures.

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.