Creepy Crayon is a hilarious and eerie picture book from the New York Times best-selling author, Aaron Reynolds. The story follows the adventures of Jasper Rabbit, who previously appeared in “Creepy Pair of Underwear!” and the award-winning “Creepy Carrots!” Unfortunately, Jasper’s luck doesn’t seem to improve in this tale, as he is haunted by a creepy crayon that takes over his life. The book explores themes of honesty and doing what’s right, even when it’s not easy. Despite its creepy elements, the story also has a lighthearted and humorous side that readers will enjoy. So, read on for everything you need to know about this fun and engaging title!
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Creepy Crayon
From the team behind the New York Times bestselling Creepy Carrots! and Creepy Pair of Underwear! comes the third in this hilariously spooky series about a young rabbit and his peculiar encounters—featuring a sinister crayon!
Jasper Rabbit has a problem: he is NOT doing well in school. His spelling tests? Disasters. His math quizzes? Frightening to behold. But one day, he finds a crayon lying in the gutter. Purple. Pointy. Perfect. Somehow…it looked happy to see him. And it wants to help.
At first, Jasper is excited. Everything is going great. His spelling is fantastic. His math is stupendous. And best of all, he doesn’t have to do ANY work! But then the crayon starts acting weird. It’s everywhere, and it wants to do everything. And Jasper must find a way to get rid of it before it takes over his life. The only problem? The creepy crayon will not leave.
About The Author
Aaron Reynolds is an American children’s book author, best known for his book “Creepy Carrots“. He was born and raised in Illinois, where he spent most of his childhood reading and writing stories. Reynolds attended the University of Illinois, where he studied English and Creative Writing. After college, he worked as a teacher and a freelance writer before becoming a full-time author.
Reynolds began writing children’s books in the early 2000s and has since published over 20 books for young readers. His debut book “Creepy Carrots” was published in 2012 and was a New York Times bestseller. The book has since won several awards, including the Edgar Award for Best Juvenile Mystery, the Cybils Award for Best Children’s Fiction, and the E.B White Read-Aloud Award.
Reynolds’ books are known for their humor, clever storytelling, and relatable characters. His work appeals to readers of all ages and has been praised for its ability to tackle complex and important issues in an accessible and entertaining way. Reynolds is also known for his dynamic and interactive presentations, where he talks about the craft of writing and how to make stories that kids will love.
Reynolds currently lives in Chicago with his family, where he continues to write and inspire young readers. He frequently visits schools and libraries to share his passion for reading and writing with young people.
Our Review
“A Creepy Crayon!” is a spine-chilling children’s book penned by Aaron Reynolds and illustrated by Peter Brown. Serving as the third installment in the “Creepy Tales!” series, the book was published by Simon & Schuster on August 23, 2022. The story revolves around Jasper, a young rabbit who discovers a possessed crayon that helps him excel in school. However, as he continues to rely on the crayon, he realizes the horrifying consequences of his actions. As reported by Publishers Weekly, during the week of September 5, 2022, “A Creepy Crayon!” surpassed “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” as the top-selling picture book.
Jasper Rabbit is struggling with school, failing in almost all subjects except art. One day, he discovers a purple crayon in the gutter which seems to want to help him with his assignments. Creepy Crayon!, the third book in the Creepy Tales! series, written by Aaron Reynolds and illustrated by Peter Brown, is a humorous yet spooky tale about doing the right thing and taking responsibility for one’s actions.
Jasper is having a tough time at school, with failing grades in every subject except art. However, his luck changes when he meets a special crayon that helps him earn straight A’s on his assignments. His grades improve drastically, but soon, Jasper starts to feel like he’s lost his own identity and purpose, as his work is no longer entirely his own.
Jasper also discovers that the crayon has a sinister side It takes over his life and won’t leave him alone, forcing Jasper to find a way to get rid of it. Eventually he decides that the crayon must be destroyed. However, the task proves to be much more difficult than he anticipated, as the crayon is able to regenerate itself after being broken, melted, and even thrown away. Eventually, Jasper finds the solution to his problem and decides to flush the crayon down the toilet, allowing him to earn his grades through his own hard work and effort.
The illustrations in the book are notably oversized and dramatic, created with pencil on paper. While most of the artwork is in shades of grey, black, and white, there is a notable exception: the Purple Crayon stands out in vivid color.
The third book in the “Creepy Tales!” series, “Creepy Crayon!” is the spookiest yet, featuring Aaron Reynolds’s trademark humor and Peter Brown’s Caldecott Honor-winning illustrations. The story introduces a new source of fright to haunt Jasper, making it perfect Halloween…or all year round even reading for young readers. And not forgetting the important message this book shares about the importance of working hard and not cheating, even if it seems the easy option!
Creepy Carrots Read Aloud
The Creepy Tales Series
There are currently three books in the Creepy Tales series from Aaron Reynolds. Each one features Jasper The Rabbit encountering terror in otherwise mundane objects. Here are the Creepy Tales books in order:
- Creepy Carrots
- Creepy Pair Of Underwear
- Creepy Crayon
Make sure you check them all out as Jasper learns to overcome his fears, giving children an important lesson in a fun and engaging way.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the story creepy crayon about?
“A Creepy Crayon!” is a spine-chilling children’s book penned by Aaron Reynolds and illustrated by Peter Brown. Serving as the third installment in the “Creepy Tales!” series, the book was published by Simon & Schuster on August 23, 2022. The story revolves around Jasper, a young rabbit who discovers a possessed crayon that helps him excel in school. However, as he continues to rely on the crayon, he realizes the horrifying consequences of his actions.
When was creepy crayon made?
The book Creepy Crayon by Aaron Reynolds was published on 23 August 2022.
How many pages are in the Creepy crayon book?
“Creepy Crayon” by Aaron Reynolds has 48 pages.
