by Ruth Krauss
First published 1987
A young boy dreams of growing a carrot in his backyard. Despite his family's doubts, he faithfully tends to the soil, watering the spot every day. As time passes, the boy's determination never wavers - until one day, a single orange carrot emerges from the earth. A testament to the power of childlike wonder and perseverance.
Genres: family, 20th-century
Vibes: emotional, intimate, whimsical
Tropes: overcoming-doubt, perseverance
32 pages · Board Book · HarperCollins