The Chalk Box Kid

Illustrated by Thomas B. Allen
$6.99 US
RH Childrens Books | Random House Books for Young Readers
On sale Jun 17, 2015 | 978-1-101-93918-5
Age 6-9 years
Reading Level: Lexile 270L | Fountas & Pinnell N
Sales rights: World

A classroom favorite about the power of art and creativity.
 
A new neighborhood. A new school. A lonely birthday. Life isn’t easy for nine-year-old Gregory. Then he finds an abandoned chalk factory behind his house. It’s a secret place, just for him! Now he can draw anything he imagines on the dark brick walls. What amazing thing will Gregory draw first?
 
Two beloved classics—The Chalk Box Kid and The Paint Brush Kid—get a vibrant new look!

  • WINNER | 1989
    Kansas William Allen White Children's Book Award

About

A classroom favorite about the power of art and creativity.
 
A new neighborhood. A new school. A lonely birthday. Life isn’t easy for nine-year-old Gregory. Then he finds an abandoned chalk factory behind his house. It’s a secret place, just for him! Now he can draw anything he imagines on the dark brick walls. What amazing thing will Gregory draw first?
 
Two beloved classics—The Chalk Box Kid and The Paint Brush Kid—get a vibrant new look!

Awards

  • WINNER | 1989
    Kansas William Allen White Children's Book Award