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~ (Author), Crockett Johnson (Illustrator) "A little boy planted a carrot seed..." (more)
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Ruth Krauss, author of A Hole Is to Dig, has crafted a story almost Zen-like in its simplicity. A little boy plants a carrot seed and waits patiently, tending to it carefully, while everyone around him insists that "it won't come up." His conviction is steadfast, however, and sure enough, a carrot worthy of first prize at any state fair springs forth from the earth. Krauss's husband, Crockett Johnson (creator of Harold and the Purple Crayon), illustrated The Carrot Seed, and while the little boy is rendered with uncomplicated lines, all of his hope, confidence, and serenity shine through. The image that resonates most strongly in this minimalist tale is the unfaltering faith of the mild-mannered little boy. Young readers learn that standing your ground in the face of opposition and doubt can often result in twice the reward expected (even thrice the reward, if judging by the girth of this carrot). (Ages 4 to 8) --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.


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"It won't come up," everyone warns the young boy in this story, who has great expectations for a carrot seed that he plants and tends carefully. The boy's conviction remains strong in the face of strong doubt and opposition. And to everyone's surprise except his, the carrot he eventually harvests grows as large as his faith, earning him first prize at the state fair. Young readers will learn the values of conviction and faith in this warm children's tale. (Beliefnet, July 2000) -- From Beliefnet
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The granddaddy of all picture books in America, January 19, 2000
In his essay "Ruth Krauss and Me," author Maurice Sendak says "that perfect picture book, The Carrot Seed, the granddaddy of all picture books in America, a small revolution of a book that permanently transformed the face of children's book publishing. The Carrot Seed, with not a word or a picture out of place, is dramatic, vivid, precise, concise in every detail. It springs fresh from the real world of children."

This is a timeless classic that has been known and loved by children and parents for years.

A young boy is told by his parents, competition and his big brother that his carrot will not grow. After a long time of pulling weeds, watering and patience the carrot finally grows, and it is huge.

The author Ruth Krauss was born in 1901 is also the author of A Hole Is To Dig; I'll Be You and You Be Me; Charlotte and the White Horse; and many other childrens classics.

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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A true classic, October 3, 2001
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My little boy loves this story.
The simple pictures and the simple story line makes this a sure winner for little kids. The repetitive nature in the beginning leads to prereading skills. The moral is lovely.

I like books that you can use as a jump start to other activities. We planted beans the other day to see if they would grow. Very nice book.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A lesson in persistence paying off, November 29, 2001
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Though the story is simple, the message is grand. If you want to teach your children the value of persistence, this would be a very nice book to add to your children's library.

As the little boy is repeatedly told his efforts are in vain, he quietly goes about his business and, in the end, he is rewarded for his labor. You can use this story to help your children overcome the naysayers they are sure to encounter in life. (Of course, they will also need to learn the value of listening to and heeding wise advice - but that can always be taught from another story.)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for Children
This is the 60th anniversary edition of a children's classic. It is about a little boy's perseverance and faith in a carrot seed. Read more
Published 5 days ago by P. Holtman

5.0 out of 5 stars I memorized this book when I was learning to read
I memorized this book when I was six years old. I loved having a book that was so positive, and that I could read all by myself. Read more
Published 23 days ago by Praefectus

5.0 out of 5 stars My daughter would have adored it
If I had encountered this book when my daughter was very young, I would have read it to her many times. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Charles Ashbacher

4.0 out of 5 stars A Very Nice Introduction to Stories and Reading
This is a very simple story about a young boy's confidence that the seed he plants will grow. He persists in caring for it, even though his family expresses skepticism, and his... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Shanna A. Gonzalez

5.0 out of 5 stars Still a Wonderful Story
The Carrot Seed, written over 60 years ago, is still a wonderful story for small children. I bought this book to read to my grandchildren, but I had read it to their fathers,... Read more
Published 3 months ago by L. Berger

5.0 out of 5 stars Good teaching! We all have our own "truth"... believe in yours!
This is a book for the young, but it is also a good book for the parents and everyone in between.
I had this book w/record when I was a little girl and the meaning behind... Read more
Published 17 months ago by BeJuled Coaching

5.0 out of 5 stars classic
My 3 year old son knows this book word for word. It is a superb story about patience and tenacity. Yet another library book that become so beloved we turned to amazon....
Published 19 months ago by D. Brown

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Childrens book
This book is a wonderful portrayal of perserverence and faith. Delightful to young and old!
Published 22 months ago by K. Rose

5.0 out of 5 stars the carrot seed
i was happy to receive the book. it is exactly the book i remembered and its nice because it is hard.

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Published on October 15, 2007 by Suzanne Yaroshyk

5.0 out of 5 stars don't give up!
This book had a huge impact on me as a child.

Everyone told the boy his carrot seed would not come up. Even the adults. Read more
Published on July 15, 2007 by Tabitha

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