One sentence summary
Drew Daywalt’s The Day the Crayons Quit is a children’s book filled with fun and humor about a set of crayons that go on strike to protest how their lives are being managed by their owner.
Book genre
Children’s book, Fiction
Main topic of the book
The main topic of the book is a child’s relationship to his box of crayons, and how the crayons take the initiative to go on strike to express their various complaints.
Key ideas
- Children can learn to be more aware of their attitudes and behavior towards their belongings.
- It is important to give space for people to express their feelings.
- People, regardless of their age, have the ability to take a stand and stand up for their rights.
- Showing respect for others and their feelings is something that is important to learn at an early age.
Main parts of the book and a short summary
The Day the Crayons Quit is a children’s book by well-known author Drew Daywalt. The book follows the story of a young boy named Duncan and his box of crayons. All of the crayons are having individual issues with their owner, Duncan. From Red crayon being overused, to Peach crayon feeling left out, all of the crayons have something to say and go on strike to protest. In the end, they all learn some valuable lessons about fairness and respect, and the story ends with a happy resolution.
Key takeaways
The Day the Crayons Quit has some important lessons for children, including:
- The importance of treating others and their belongings with respect.
- Listening carefully to hear what people are trying to say to you.
- Having empathy and understanding, rather than judgement.
- Standing up for yourself and what you believe in.
Author’s background and qualifications
Drew Daywalt is an established author of children’s works, with over twenty titles to his name. He was born and raised in San Francisco, California. His works have been published in over 30 countries and featured in major publications such as The New Yorker, The Los Angeles Times, and The New York Times.
Target audience
The Day the Crayons Quit is recommended for children ages 3-8, though it is enjoyed by all ages.
Publisher and first publication date
The Day the Crayons Quit was first published byof Philomel Books in 2013.