Crockett Johnson

Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

California

The Adventures of Harold and the Purple Crayon (omnibus)

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Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

New York

A Christmas Holiday Book for Kids

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, hardcover, and ebook editions.

Harold at the North Pole

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North Carolina

Harold and the Purple Crayon

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Crockett Johnson is well-known for his book series about Harold and His Purple Crayon. This book shifts gears to a new protagonist, Ellen, and her adventures with a stuffed lion. 68 pages. Book jacket is scuffed. Actual book cover has an unexplained clear vertical streak. Pages are in excellent condition! 

Illinois

Twelve Stories

Presents twelve episodes in Ellen's relationship with her toy lion.

Ellen's Lion

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Nebraska

Tennessee

From beloved children's book creator Crockett Johnson comes the timeless classic Harold and the Purple Crayon! This imagination-sparking picture book belongs on every child's bookshelf, and this board book edition features sturdy pages and is just the right size for young dreamers. 

One evening Harold decides to go for a walk in the moonlight. Armed only with an oversize purple crayon, young Harold draws himself a landscape full of wonder and excitement.

Harold and his trusty crayon travel through woods and across seas and past dragons before returning to bed, safe and sound. Full of funny twists and surprises, this charming story shows just how far your imagination can take you.

"A satisfying artistic triumph." --Chris Van Allsburg, author-illustrator of The Polar Express

Share this classic as a birthday, baby shower, or graduation gift!

Harold and the Purple Crayon Board Book

Harold needs a picture for his bedroom wall. So he takes his purple crayon and begins to create a whole new world around him. But then he notices he has gotten very small-half the size of a daisy! Only a very clever artist can find his way home now.

A Picture for Harold's Room

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Maine

Arizona

Essential Picture Book Classics—timeless stories for every child to treasure. "One night, 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. Full of funny twists and surprises, this joyful story shows just how far your imagination can take you. Harold and the Purple Crayon has delighted readers of all ages for over fifty years.

Heavy Paperback (2 to 4 lbs)

My Adventure with Harold and the Purple Crayon Activity Book

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Georgia

Level 1 reader

Iowa

Very good condition. Sticker on back. No other markups.  Smoke free home. 

Pennsylvania

Scratches and wear on the cover but the inside is fine. 

Colorado

All is good except for the page shown in picture 

Harold's trek through the alphabet is now in board book format! Go on an alphabet adventure from A to Z with Harold and his purple crayon! This story of letters and imagination is now available as a board book—just the right size for little ones who are learning their ABCs! This beloved classic makes a perfect edition for home or classroom libraries who already own the Harold and the Purple Crayon board book or any of Harold's other timeless stories.

Harold's ABC Board Book

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Used for display only.  Name written inside front cover. A timeless classic featuring Harold and the Purple Crayon. 

New Jersey

Unleash the boundless imagination of childhood with Crockett Johnson’s timeless classic, Harold and the Purple Crayon. First published in 1955, this beloved children's book has captivated generations with its simple yet powerful story of creativity, independence, and adventure. Follow Harold, a curious young boy armed with nothing but a purple crayon, as he draws his way through an imaginative journey of moonlit paths, apple trees, dragons, and more. Every line he draws shapes his world, showing readers that with imagination and confidence, anything is possible. This premium leather bound edition is the perfect keepsake for collectors, parents, and gift-givers who appreciate the magic of storytelling. Durable and elegant, it’s designed to be treasured for years to come—making it an ideal gift for birthdays, baby showers, or cherished bedtime reading. Whether you're introducing Harold and the Purple Crayon to a new generation or rediscovering it for yourself, this beautifully crafted edition will remind readers of all ages about the power of creativity and self-direction.

Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

Texas

Premium Leather-Bound Edition

Harold and the Purple Crayon by Johnson, Crockett Leather- Bound Edition

Louisiana

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Harold draws an enchanted garden, only to discover that nothing can grow there because of the machinations of a Giant Witch.

Virginia

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Harold's Fairy Tale

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