The Day the Crayons Quit: Book Review

The Day the Crayons Quit is one of our rascals’ favorite books. Honestly, this might be one of my favorites too. In the story, a little boy named Duncan receives a stack of letters from his crayons. In the letters, each crayon shares why they are quitting and will no longer be Duncan’s crayon. This humorous view into the life of a child through their crayons will surely make you and your rascals smile.

I love the humorous letters from the crayons. The clever and witty reasons for quitting articulated by each crayon are relatable to both parents and kids.

I asked our rascals to explain why they like this book. They came back with a simple reply - because it says “naked.” Now let me explain, one of the letters is from the peach crayon, who complains that because his paper wrapping is completely ripped off, he’s now “naked.” My boys somehow find this so silly that when they hear the word “naked,” it makes them laugh. Oh kids!

The Day The Crayon Quit, by Drew Daywalt and Illustrated by Oliver Jeffers. Originally published: June 27, 2013.

Reviewed by Head Rascal (Ngoc Nguyen Lay) Mother of two rascals, ages 4 and 6.