Harold’s Fairy Tale
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A small boy, with his magic purple crayon, draws himself in and out of a series of adventures. He draws what he desires, finds himself in difficulty, and then he draws his way out. The power of perseverance and creativity is a major theme in this animated tale. Based on the book by Crockett Johnson.
Media Details
Runtime: 9 minutes 46 seconds
- Topic: Literature
- Subtopic: Children's Literature, Fairy Tales
- Grade/Interest Level: K - 4
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- Release Year: 1974
- Producer/Distributor: Weston Woods Studios
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I paired Harold's Fairy Tale with a read aloud of Harold and the Purple Crayon to Kindergartners. I love offering literature in different modalities to serve my different learners, and the children enjoyed both stories very much.