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Description
Herbie loves to paint but learns that some things are better off left as they are. The coauthor is Cecilia Minden.
Quick Summary
In "Purple Paint Everywhere!" by Joanne Meier with coauthor Cecilia Minden, Herbie is a young character who loves to paint so much that he covers everything in sight, only to discover that some things are better left unpainted. The story explores the theme of learning when creativity goes too far and understanding that there are appropriate times and places for artistic expression. If your child enjoys "The Day the Crayons Quit" by Drew Daywalt, they will appreciate this similar tale of a creative character who pushes boundaries with their favorite medium. This book is ideal for children in kindergarten through third grade, specifically those reading at a first-grade level with an AR Level of 1.2.