Celebrating its 75th anniversary, the beloved classic from legendary children’s book creators Ruth Krauss and Crockett Johnson, now in a board book that's perfect for little hands!
When a little boy plants a carrot seed, everyone tells him it won't grow. But when you are very young, there are some things that you just know, and the little boy knows that one day a carrot will come up. So he waters his seed, and pulls the weeds, and he waits...
This beloved classic celebrates patience, determination, and believing in yourself. First published in 1945 and never out of print, the timeless combination of Ruth Krauss's simple text and Crockett Johnson's eloquent illustrations creates a triumphant and deeply satisfying story for readers of all ages.
The sturdy board book pages make this edition of the beloved story perfect for babies and toddlers.
An Atlantic 65 Essential Children's Books Selection, 2025
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Ruth Krauss was one of the most widely celebrated children’s book authors of all time. Her long list of award-winning books includes The Carrot Seed, The Happy Day, A Hole Is to Dig, Open House for Butterflies, A Very Special House, and many others. Her books continue to be read and cherished by children throughout the world.
Crockett Johnson (1906–1975) was the writer and illustrator of over twenty books for children, including the beloved classic Harold and the Purple Crayon, six subsequent adventures starring Harold, and The Carrot Seed, written by his wife, Ruth Krauss. He was also the creator of the groundbreaking Barnaby, one of the most influential and ingenious comic strips of the twentieth century.
When you are very young,
there are some things that you just know....
This treasured story of childhood faith
rewarded is now avaliable in a board book
edition for the youngest child.
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Anbieter: BooksRun, Philadelphia, PA, USA
Board book. Zustand: Fair. Johnson, Crockett (illustrator). Illustrated. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way. Artikel-Nr. 0694004928-7-1-13
Anzahl: 1 verfügbar
Anbieter: Dream Books Co., Denver, CO, USA
Zustand: acceptable. Johnson, Crockett (illustrator). This copy has clearly been enjoyedâ"expect noticeable shelf wear and some minor creases to the cover. Binding is strong, and all pages are legible. May contain previous library markings or stamps. Artikel-Nr. DBV.0694004928.A
Anzahl: 4 verfügbar
Anbieter: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, USA
Zustand: Acceptable. Johnson, Crockett (illustrator). Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Artikel-Nr. 00061615954
Anzahl: 9 verfügbar
Anbieter: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, USA
Zustand: Good. Johnson, Crockett (illustrator). Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Artikel-Nr. 00103533460
Anzahl: 4 verfügbar
Anbieter: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, USA
Zustand: Acceptable. Johnson, Crockett (illustrator). Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Artikel-Nr. 00062941990
Anzahl: 7 verfügbar
Anbieter: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, USA
Zustand: Very Good. Johnson, Crockett (illustrator). Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Artikel-Nr. 00104373034
Anzahl: 2 verfügbar
Anbieter: ThriftBooks-Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ, USA
Board book. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. Johnson, Crockett (illustrator). May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Artikel-Nr. G0694004928I4N00
Anzahl: 2 verfügbar
Anbieter: ThriftBooks-Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ, USA
Board book. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Johnson, Crockett (illustrator). Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Artikel-Nr. G0694004928I3N00
Anzahl: 5 verfügbar
Anbieter: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, USA
Board book. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Johnson, Crockett (illustrator). Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Artikel-Nr. G0694004928I3N00
Anzahl: 6 verfügbar
Anbieter: ThriftBooks-Reno, Reno, NV, USA
Board book. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Johnson, Crockett (illustrator). Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Artikel-Nr. G0694004928I3N00
Anzahl: 6 verfügbar