The Crayon Box That Talked by Shane DeRolf
Appropriate Age Range: 3-7 years
What this book is all about:
The Crayon Box That Talked is about a box of crayons who initially did not get along. However, as a little girl worked to create a picture with each of the colors the crayons begin to learn that each color has unique qualities.
Why you might want to read it:
This book is a great way to engage in conversations about diversity and celebrating each other's differences.
4 Questions for you to ask your children after reading it:
How did the little girl coloring a picture help the box of crayons get along?
If the crayons were all the same, do you think the picture would have been as beautiful?
Do you think its better to work together or alone? Why?
Have you ever not appreciated something at first but then when you saw it work gained a new persepctive?