[The Day the Crayons Came Home]…continues its predecessor's pleasing, goofy conceit…Once again, both Daywalt's text and Jeffers's illustrations are endearing…certainly fans of the first will enjoy the sequel.
So you think you may be the biggest book nerd in your squad? We’re here to help you confirm it. Sadly, there’s no trophy or “Biggest Book Nerd” T-shirt to be awarded at the end of this list if you do recognize yourself here, just the comfort of knowing you’re not alone. There are others […]
Kids already sick of back-to-school season? Laughter is the always best medicine, and we’ve rounded up some picture books sure to make parents and children alike get a case of the giggles. Check out our picks from famed funny authors and illustrators like Ryan T. Higgins, Drew Daywalt, Oliver Jeffers, Mo Willems, and more! What […]
Just in time for back-to-school season, resident kid artist Duncan has a whole new set of colorful problems to solve for his troubled crayons in The Day the Crayons Came Home, the sequel to the bestselling picture book The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt and Oliver Jeffers. Come celebrate both vibrant Crayons books at your local Barnes […]
Leave those lazy summer days in the rearview: It’s September, and the return of school nights is cause for celebration! Let your kids bring the jammies and the squeaky-clean hair—you’ll bring the exciting new stories. To help, we’ve handpicked our favorite picture books this month. Whether you’re ready to meet a crayon with a conscience, […]
There’s nothing better than feeling your little one crawl into your lap, snuggle their sticky hands under your arm, and sigh sweetly as you read together. And there are so many ways to read picture books to kids! You can point at the pictures and make up your own story, or ask tons of questions. […]