Will Spring Be Early? Or Will Spring Be Late?

by Crockett Johnson, Crockett Johnson (Illustrator)

Overview

Crockett Johnson's charming book about a groundhog searching for signs of spring is now back in print! First published in 1959, this edition of the funny story about a Groundhog Day mix-up features refreshed cover artwork ready to delight a whole new generation of readers.

With slightly more text than Harold and the Purple Crayon, this book is great for beginning readers or for reading aloud with little ones. Pair it with Crockett Johnson's Time for Spring for even more snow-turned-to-springtime fun!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780062430373
Publisher:	HarperCollins
Publication date:	01/05/2016
Edition description:	Revised
Pages:	48
Product dimensions:	6.20(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.50(d)
Age Range:	4 - 8 Years

About the Author

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.

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.

Editorial Reviews

The immortal Harold—he of the purple crayon—is so justly beloved that his creator's other brilliant books are often overlooked. So it's great to see a spiffy new edition of this funny Groundhog Day tale from 1959.

The New York Times Book Review - Maria Russo

This amusing little tale with the absurd twist at the end will assuredly tickle the funny bones of all small children—and their elders as well.” — Chicago Tribune

“This is a very funny story all young children will enjoy. Vocabulary is easy, print large, and the author’s illustrations amusing, as they should be. Recommended.” — School Library Journal

“A delightful picture book with the usual Crockett Johnson charm.” — Elementary English

From the Publisher

A delightful picture book with the usual Crockett Johnson charm.

Elementary English

This amusing little tale with the absurd twist at the end will assuredly tickle the funny bones of all small children—and their elders as well.

Chicago Tribune

This amusing little tale with the absurd twist at the end will assuredly tickle the funny bones of all small children—and their elders as well.

Chicago Tribune