The Pencil by Allan Ahlberg(Preschool - Grade 1)
Allan Ahlberg and Bruce Ingman are reunited in the whimsical The Pencil, a stand-alone sequel to The Runaway Dinner. The sequel opens with a "lonely little pencil" that decides to draw a boy for companionship. The boy instantly demands a name and a dog, and the pencil is happy to oblige. Our characters are off on a quirky adventure until they realize that their entire world is void of color. The pencil solves this supposed dilemma (and many more) with quick wit and hilarity. It can not seem to please everyone however, so the drama continues, much to the delight of my son who loved the child-like illustrations and mischevious characters. My son mentioned Harold and the Purple Crayon while we read, a compliment of the highest order.
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Reviewed by Amanda L., Children's Staff
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