Author Profile
Drew Daywalt
22 Books
Drew Daywalt is an acclaimed American author of children's picture books, best known for his imaginative and humorous storytelling. He achieved massive success with his bestselling "Crayons" series, which includes beloved titles like "The Day the Crayons Came Home" and "The Crayons Give Thanks." By bringing everyday objects to life in fan favorites like "The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors," Daywalt has created engaging, hilarious stories that captivate both young readers and their parents.
The Crayons
The Crayons Give Thanks
Drew Daywalt
Emotions
Friendship
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The Crayons
The Crayons' Book of Numbers
Drew Daywalt
Humor
Basic Math
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The Crayons
The Day The Crayons Came Home
Drew Daywalt, Oliver Jeffers
Art
Creativity
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Monkey & Cake
This is MY Fort!
Drew Daywalt, Olivier Tallec
Animals
Friendship
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The Crayons
The Day The Crayons Made Friends
Drew Daywalt, Oliver Jeffers
Friendship
Humor
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They Call Me No Sam!
Drew Daywalt, Mike Lowery
Action
Adventure
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The Epic Adventures of Huggie & Stick
Drew Daywalt, David Spencer
Adventure
Friendship
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Monkey & Cake
What Is Inside THIS Box?
Drew Daywalt, Olivier Tallec
Friendship
Humor
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The Crayons
Happy Easter From The Crayons
Drew Daywalt, Oliver Jeffers
Art
Holidays
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The Crayons
Green Is for Christmas
Oliver Jeffers, Drew Daywalt
Friendship
Holidays
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The Crayons
The Crayons' Book of Feelings
Oliver Jeffers, Drew Daywalt
Emotions
Empathy
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The Crayons
The Crayons Trick Or Treat
Drew Daywalt, Oliver Jeffers
Friendship
Holidays
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The Crayons
The Crayons' Christmas
Drew Daywalt, Oliver Jeffers
Friendship
Holidays
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The Wrong Book
Drew Daywalt, Alex Willmore
Fiction
Humor
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Twinkle Twinkle Little Kid
Drew Daywalt, Molly Idle
Friendship
Humor
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The Crayons
Happy St. Patrick's Day From The Crayons
Oliver Jeffers, Drew Daywalt
Friendship
Holidays
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The Crayons
The Crayons Go Back To School
Drew Daywalt, Oliver Jeffers
Art
Friendship
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The Crayons
Love From The Crayons
Drew Daywalt, Oliver Jeffers
Emotions
Friendship
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Sleepy, the Goodnight Buddy
Drew Daywalt, Scott Campbell
Family
Humor
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The Crayons
The Crayons' Book of Colors
Oliver Jeffers, Drew Daywalt
Art
Creativity
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The Crayons
The Day The Crayons Quit
Oliver Jeffers, Drew Daywalt
Art
Empathy
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The Legend Of Rock Paper Scissors
Drew Daywalt, Adam Rex
Action
Adventure
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The Crayons
The Crayons Give Thanks
By:
Drew Daywalt
What are you thankful for today? The hilarious crayons are back, and this time, they are feeling extra grateful! From the bright blue sky to juicy blueberries, and even the lucky chance that brought their whole colorful crew together, the crayons have a lot to say about their favorite things. Each color has something special to appreciate, showing us that there is always something to be thankful for if you just look closely. Whether it is Thanksgiving Day or just a regular Tuesday, this funny and sweet story will make you smile and think about all the wonderful things in your own life. Join the crayons and discover the joy of saying thank you!
6-8 Years
33 Pages
N/A
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The Crayons
The Crayons' Book of Numbers
By:
Drew Daywalt
Poor Duncan simply cannot catch a break with his art supplies. First, all of his colorful crayons decided to go on a massive strike. Then they finally made their way back home. But now, his absolute favorite colors have completely vanished once again. You are invited to help Duncan search for his missing friends in this very funny counting adventure. As you turn the colorful pages, you will track down each runaway crayon and practice your numbers along the way. Where could the bright red or the grumpy blue crayon be hiding this time? Jump into this clever story to search for the clues and round up the whole missing box. You will have a great time spotting the hidden details and counting up every single crayon before they can cause any more trouble.
6-8 Years
20 Pages
N/A
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The Crayons
The Day The Crayons Came Home
Just when Duncan thought his crayon troubles were over, a mysterious stack of postcards arrives in his mailbox. It turns out a whole new group of wayward colors needs his help. Maroon crayon has been lost beneath the sofa cushions, and Pea Green is determined to run away and see the world. Poor Turquoise is stuck to a stinky sock after a terrible spin in the clothes dryer, while Neon Red has been left behind on a family vacation. Every postcard tells a hilarious and woeful tale from a crayon pleading to be rescued and brought back to the safety of the crayon box. You will join Duncan as he tries to gather his scattered and unhappy art supplies. This funny and colorful adventure shows that every crayon deserves a second chance to create something beautiful.
6-8 Years
51 Pages
N/A
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Monkey & Cake
This is MY Fort!
Cake has just built the most amazing fort in the world. There is just one big problem: it is a no-Monkey fort. Monkey does not think this is very fair, but he knows exactly how to handle the situation. He will teach his best friend a lesson about what happens when you build walls to keep others out. Instead of getting mad, Monkey shows Cake what it feels like to be completely alone. Soon, Cake starts to realize that sitting inside a fantastic fort is not actually very much fun when you have no one to share it with. Join these two silly friends in this hilarious early reader as they figure out their argument. You will quickly discover that building forts, playing games, and having adventures are always much better when you do them together.
6-8 Years
56 Pages
N/A
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The Crayons
The Day The Crayons Made Friends
Duncan's crayons just cannot seem to stay put! After quitting, getting lost, and finally being rescued, the colorful crew has disappeared once again. But this time, they have not run away. They have ventured out into Duncan's room to make brand new friends! Join your favorite hilarious crayons on a wild new adventure. You will follow Red Crayon as he fulfills his lifelong dream of driving a toy firetruck, and watch Blue Crayon meet a fashion doll who is desperately in need of a head. Meanwhile, the fan-favorite Esteban the Magnificent is off to tame a wild beast, which looks suspiciously like a teddy bear. Each crayon has an exciting and silly story to share about the new objects they have met. Get ready to laugh out loud as you explore the magic of friendship and imagination in this clever, colorful tale!
6-8 Years
41 Pages
N/A
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Meet Sam. He is a highly noble pug, a fearless protector, and an accidental hero who will stop at nothing to keep his family safe! When scientists Elaine and Gary Peterson adopt Sam to keep their son Justin company, they have no idea what they are in for. Sam takes his job very seriously, which means destroying Elaine's dangerous hair dryer (obviously a brain-melting heat cannon) and using the living room rug for his bathroom needs. The Petersons are starting to wonder if adopting this precocious pup was a huge mistake. To make matters worse, Sam is absolutely convinced that Justin's new crush, Phoebe, is an evil wizard out to destroy them all! But when a pair of real-life crooks breaks into the house to steal the Petersons' top-secret research, Sam is the only one who can stop them. Dive into this heavily illustrated, laugh-out-loud adventure told from the perspective of the world's most confident and chaotic dog!
9-12 Years
224 Pages
N/A
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Huggie is a very grumpy stuffed bunny who just wants to stay safe. Stick is a remarkably cheerful stick who thinks everything is wonderful. When they both tumble out of their owner's backpack, these two mismatched companions are suddenly launched into a wild journey across the entire globe. You will follow their hilarious travels as they face off against ocean pirates, dodge charging rhinos in Africa, and escape from dangerous sharks in Australia. Stick believes every single disaster is a fantastic new game, while poor Huggie just wants to survive the trip and get back home. Jump into this funny adventure to see how they handle sword-swinging royalty in Europe and freezing encounters in Antarctica. You will laugh out loud reading about their crazy disasters and strange teamwork as they desperately try to make their way back to North America.
6-8 Years
41 Pages
N/A
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Monkey & Cake
What Is Inside THIS Box?
Monkey has a mysterious box, and he will absolutely not tell anyone what is inside. Cake is incredibly curious and has a million questions. Is there a tiny dinosaur hiding in there? Could it be a little kitty? These two best friends are very silly, but today they simply cannot agree on the secret contents of the box. You will join their hilarious guessing game as they argue, wonder, and let their imaginations run completely wild. Cake is determined to find out the truth, while Monkey claims to have all the answers. Jump into this funny early reader to see how these two buddies try to solve the ultimate puzzle. You will laugh along with their big emotions and silly ideas as you try to guess what is really hiding inside the mysterious box.
6-8 Years
56 Pages
N/A
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The Crayons
Happy Easter From The Crayons
Easter is the absolute best holiday for a box of crayons! After all, what could be more fun than coloring? Your favorite colorful friends are back and ready to celebrate the spring season in their own hilarious way. This year, the crayons are working together to learn exciting new shapes and decorate one massive, beautiful Easter egg. But once the masterpiece is finished, they face a very big problem: where in the world are they going to hide an egg that giant? Blue Crayon thinks he has the perfect hiding spot, but the rest of the box might not agree! Get ready to giggle your way through this silly holiday adventure. You will love seeing how teamwork, creativity, and a little bit of crayon chaos make this Easter one you will never forget!
6-8 Years
33 Pages
N/A
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The Crayons
Green Is for Christmas
The holiday season has arrived, and Green Crayon is feeling incredibly important. He proudly announces to the rest of the crayon box that he is the only true color of Christmas. After all, what would the holidays be without green pine trees, green holly, and green wrapping paper?
However, the other colors are not going to let him take all the credit. Red Crayon quickly points out that Santa Claus and candy canes rely on him. White Crayon reminds everyone that you cannot have a winter wonderland without snow, and Silver Crayon chimes in to defend the shining stars and jingle bells. Even Tan Crayon has a crucial role to play when it comes to baking delicious reindeer cookies! This festive and funny story shows how every color brings its own special magic to the holidays, proving that the best celebrations happen when everyone works together.
6-8 Years
17 Pages
N/A
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The Crayons
The Crayons' Book of Feelings
You probably know that crayons are fantastic at coloring beautiful pictures, but did you know they experience a whole rainbow of emotions, too? Just like people, crayons have days where they feel completely overjoyed, and other days where they feel downright blue and gloomy.
In this colorful exploration of feelings, you will see how the famous crayon crew handles all kinds of moods. From the frustration of being broken to the excitement of creating a new masterpiece, each color shares its unique emotional experience. Sometimes they feel wild and crazy, and sometimes they just need a quiet moment to rest in the box. This playful and engaging book helps you navigate big emotions by matching them with your favorite shades. It is a wonderful way to learn how to recognize, understand, and talk about the feelings you experience every single day.
6-8 Years
12 Pages
N/A
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The Crayons
The Crayons Trick Or Treat
The hilarious crayons from the bestselling The Day the Crayons Quit are back and ready to celebrate Halloween! They have their costumes on and their bags ready for candy, but there is just one tiny problem: they are not quite sure what to say when they knock on their neighbors' doors. Join the colorful crew as Purple Crayon steps up to teach the rest of the box the magic words needed for a successful night of trick-or-treating. (Hint: It is definitely not "Boo!") This charming, treat-sized adventure is packed with the signature humor and vibrant illustrations you love. It is the perfect funny holiday story to get you in the spooky spirit while learning a little bit about Halloween etiquette along the way. Grab your favorite color and get ready for a hilarious night of candy-filled fun!
6-8 Years
33 Pages
N/A
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The Crayons
The Crayons' Christmas
The holiday season is the most wonderful time of the year, especially if you are a crayon! Duncan and his colorful friends are busily preparing for a festive celebration. Everyone is writing out their holiday wish lists and getting ready for the big day. But as the crayons soon discover, the very best presents are not the ones you receive, but the ones you give to others.
You will get an inside look at how Duncan and his lively art supplies celebrate this special time. The crayons have their own unique traditions, funny requests, and thoughtful surprises to share. This interactive holiday adventure features real letters you can read, fun games, and a joyful message about the spirit of giving. It is a hilarious and heartwarming way to celebrate the magic of the season alongside your favorite colorful characters.
6-8 Years
51 Pages
N/A
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The narrator of this story is completely confused, and it is entirely up to you to fix the mistakes. Do bicycles say cock-a-doodle-doo when they ride down the street? Do brave firefighters shout ding dong before they rush out to put out a blazing fire? Of course not. This silly book is filled with mixed-up facts, strange sounds, and totally incorrect statements. You will find yourself laughing out loud as you shout out the right answers to correct the very confused storyteller. Jump into these bright and colorful pages where flowers pretend to be trains and nothing makes any sense at all. It is a hilarious interactive experience that lets you take charge of the reading adventure. You will have a wonderful time giggling at the ridiculous mistakes and setting the record straight.
6-8 Years
41 Pages
N/A
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Everyone knows that children look up at the dark night sky and wish upon glowing stars. But did you know that stars look down and wish upon kids, too? When Clyde makes a special wish right before his bedtime, he certainly does not expect a real star to drop right into his bedroom. It turns out that Star has made a wish of her very own, and she desperately needs his help. Jump into this magical story to see what happens when two completely different worlds collide. You will laugh at their silly conversations as this unusual pair tries to keep their secret wishes hidden from everyone else. This beautiful and funny adventure proves that you can find true friendship in the most unexpected places, even if your new best friend comes from outer space.
6-8 Years
41 Pages
N/A
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The Crayons
Happy St. Patrick's Day From The Crayons
St. Patrick's Day is right around the corner, and the crayons are ready to celebrate! There is just one tiny problem: Green Crayon is completely exhausted. After carrying a massive load during the Christmas season, he desperately needs a vacation. His colorful friends are determined to step up and take over the holiday duties so Green can finally get some rest. But how exactly do you celebrate St. Patrick's Day without the color green? A leprechaun looks awfully strange wearing red clothing, and a four-leaf clover simply cannot be blue! Most importantly, how in the world can the crayons draw a beautiful rainbow without their good friend Green to finish the job? Join your favorite hilarious school supplies for a funny, festive adventure as they try their very best to pull off a spectacular St. Patrick's Day surprise.
6-8 Years
33 Pages
N/A
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The Crayons
The Crayons Go Back To School
The summer is over, and your favorite colorful friends are packing their bags! The hilarious crayons from The Day the Crayons Quit are officially getting ready to head back to the classroom. Every single crayon is buzzing with excitement, and they each have a special subject they are looking forward to the most. Purple Crayon absolutely loves solving tricky math problems, while White Crayon cannot wait to dive into a good book for reading time. As they gather their supplies and head into the school building, they are also thrilled to meet brand-new friends. But there is one part of the day that every crayon agrees is the absolute best: art class! You will love joining this silly, colorful crew as they let loose and show off their creativity. It is the perfect, funny story to get you excited about learning, making friends, and drawing outside the lines!
6-8 Years
33 Pages
N/A
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The Crayons
Love From The Crayons
Have you ever wondered what color love is? According to your favorite coloring crew, love comes in every shade of the rainbow! Join the hilarious and heartfelt cast of The Crayons as they explore all the bright colors and subtle shades that make love so special. Love is yellow and orange, because it feels as sunny and warm as a perfect summer day. Love is also purple, because it is absolutely okay to love outside the lines! Whether you are feeling bold like red or calm like blue, these charming crayons are here to show you that love is everywhere. Packed with clever humor and beautiful illustrations, this delightful book is the perfect way to celebrate the people you care about. Get ready to color your world with kindness and discover why every single crayon has a special way of saying I love you!
6-8 Years
31 Pages
N/A
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Roderick absolutely hates going to bed, and he will do whatever it takes to stay awake. He asks for water, needs another story, and finds a million clever ways to keep his bedroom lights on. His tired parents finally decide to give him a special stuffed animal named Sleepy to help him wind down and rest. But things do not go according to plan. It turns out that Sleepy is even worse at going to bed than Roderick is. You will laugh out loud as this demanding little toy starts asking for his own bedtime stories, extra blankets, and endless snacks. Jump into this hilarious nighttime battle to see who will finally fall asleep first. You will completely understand Roderick's frustration as he tries to survive the wildest, most exhausting bedtime routine ever.
6-8 Years
46 Pages
N/A
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The Crayons
The Crayons' Book of Colors
It is Duncan's birthday, and his entire box of crayons wants to create a spectacular card just for him. Every color has a special idea to contribute to the celebration. Red crayon wants to draw a bright firetruck, green crayon imagines a friendly dinosaur, and yellow and orange crayons are ready to add the sunshine. Even the more unusual colors are eager to help out and show off their unique skills. By working together, the colorful crew hopes to build a masterpiece that will make Duncan smile. This playful story introduces young readers to the wonderful world of colors through the eyes of quirky, creative characters. You will discover how every shade brings its own personality to the page, and how combining different ideas can lead to a beautiful and surprising birthday celebration.
6-8 Years
20 Pages
N/A
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The Crayons
The Day The Crayons Quit
Poor Duncan just wants to sit down and color a beautiful picture. But when he opens his crayon box, he finds a stack of letters instead. His crayons have officially had enough, and they are going on strike!
Blue crayon is exhausted from coloring all those massive oceans and rivers. Black crayon is tired of only being used to outline things. Meanwhile, Orange and Yellow are no longer speaking to each other because they both firmly believe they are the true color of the sun. Even Beige is upset about playing second fiddle to Brown. What can Duncan possibly do to appease his unhappy art supplies and get them back to doing what they do best? You will be laughing out loud at this hilarious, colorful adventure that will make you look at your own crayon box in a completely new and imaginative way.
6-8 Years
41 Pages
N/A
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Have you ever wondered where the game Rock, Paper, Scissors came from? Get ready for a hilariously epic tale about how it all began! Meet three mighty warriors: Rock, who lives in the Kingdom of Backyard; Paper, from the grand Empire of Mom's Home Office; and Scissors, from the tiny village of Junk Drawer.
Each warrior is super strong and has beaten all sorts of funny challengers, from a squishy apricot to crunchy chicken nuggets! But they’re still looking for the perfect opponent. What happens when these three legendary fighters finally come face-to-face? Prepare for some wild and wacky battles that will make you giggle out loud! This laugh-out-loud story shows how a simple game became a legend around the world.
6-8 Years
48 Pages
N/A
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