The Carrot Seed
by Ruth Krauss, Crockett Johnson
The Carrot Seed by Ruth Krauss, Crockett Johnson holds a highly rated rating of 4.07 out of 5, based on 12.4K reader ratings. First published in 1945. The book spans 32 pages.
About The Carrot Seed
From beloved children's book creators Ruth Krauss and Crockett Johnson comes the perennial favorite The Carrot Seed, 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 beautifully simple classic teaches the patience and technique of planting a seed and helping it grow. 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.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Ruth Krauss, Crockett Johnson |
| Published | 1945 |
| Pages | 32 |
| Genres | Classics, Fiction, Science |
| Average Rating | 4.07 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 12,420 |
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What genre is The Carrot Seed?
The Carrot Seed is categorized as Classics, Fiction, Science. Its primary genre classification is Classics.
Is The Carrot Seed worth reading?
Based on 12.4K reader ratings, The Carrot Seed has an average score of 4.07 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Carrot Seed?
The Carrot Seed has 32 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote The Carrot Seed?
The Carrot Seed was written by Ruth Krauss, Crockett Johnson. It was first published in 1945.
What is the ISBN for The Carrot Seed?
The ISBN-13 for The Carrot Seed is 9780694004930.0.
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