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When Pencil Met Eraser Hardcover – Picture Book, May 28, 2019

by Karen Kilpatrick (Author), Luis O. Ramos Jr. (Author), German Blanco (Illustrator)
4.8 out of 5 stars 484 ratings
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Named one of the “Best Children’s Books of 2019” by Parents magazine, this funny, clever picture book tells the true story of how Pencil and Eraser became the best of friends. Perfect for back to school and all year round!

When Pencil draws on the pages of this book, Eraser erases parts of Pencil’s work, and the book itself becomes a canvas for their different takes on creativity―until the two discover their artwork is even better when they work together.

From Karen Kilpatrick, Luis O. Ramos, Jr., and illustrator Germán Blanco, When Pencil Met Eraser brings to life something kids use every day at school and at home. Engaging art, adorable characters, and a clever ending create a memorable story that's perfect for first school days, teacher gifts, and more.

“Readers young and old alike will love this imagining of the dynamic duo that is Pencil and Eraser.” ―School Library Journal

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    3 - 6 years
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    When Pencil Met Eraser
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    40 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Dimensions
    11.26 x 0.41 x 8.73 inches
  6. Publisher
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  7. Publication date
    May 28, 2019
  8. ISBN-10
    1250309395
  9. ISBN-13
    978-1250309396
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What happens when one solitary pencil...

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“A silly, relatable story about friendship” —School Library Journal

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“An imaginative and engaging look into artistic possibility.” —Kirkus Reviews

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K-Gr 2-Pencil and Eraser may be inseparable now, but that was not always the case. From the beginning of the story, Pencil is obsessed with drawing and loves working alone. Enter Eraser: a happy-go-lucky companion who sees Pencil's drawings and does what Eraser does best: erase! While Eraser believes that the select removal of some of Pencil's work makes the picture better, Pencil does not agree. Their disagreements continue until one day, Pencil, like everyone does at one point or another, makes a mistake. This mistake makes Pencil realize the potential of Eraser, and it changes the course of the book. A silly, relatable story about friendship and the importance of collaboration, readers young and old alike will love this imagining of the dynamic duo that is Pencil and Eraser. Using a blend of pencil drawings and computer generated imagery, every page provides delightful stimulation both for one-on-one readers and for larger audiences. Each character has a unique font and, due to the nature of charcoal on paper, the characters are the only parts of the page in color. VERDICT This is a fun and enjoyable story to add to library and storytime shelves.-Mary Lanni, Denver Public Libraryα(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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Named one of the “Best Children’s Books of 2019” by Parents magazine!

Included on the 2020 ILA/CBC Childrens’ Choices Reading List!

"An imaginative and engaging look into artistic possibility." ―Kirkus Reviews

“Readers young and old alike will love this imagining of the dynamic duo that is Pencil and Eraser.” ―School Library Journal

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Imprint; Illustrated edition (May 28, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1250309395
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1250309396
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 6 years
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 11.26 x 0.41 x 8.73 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 out of 5 stars 484 ratings

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    Karen is the award-winning and bestselling author of several picture book series, a toy inventor, and a former lawyer. She currently writes for children from S. Florida, where she lives with her three kids. Karen founded the nonprofit, Authors4Education, which has donated thousands of books to kids in need. She also runs a media company that focuses on supporting creatives, brands, and storytellers in their publishing journeys.

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    Luis O. Ramos, Jr. was born and raised in Tampa, Florida, and graduated from University of Central Florida and University of Miami Law. He's an attorney at law and a kid at heart who practices law during the day and writes and consumes stories in his free time. He and his wife currently live in South Florida with their very cute but very demanding orange cat.

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    Germán Blanco is a children's book illustrator and graphic designer who is passionate about comics, art, and community service. A former Creative Director at global toy company Jazwares, Germán led corporate branding initiatives and spearheaded the design for numerous children's brands. Germán has worked for Del Monte, the GB Group, and several agencies but discovered his passion in illustration. His current titles include When Pencil Met Eraser and When Pencil Met the Markers (Imprint/Macmillan 2019, 2020).

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Customers find this book effective in promoting teamwork, with one noting that the vocabulary and concepts are well-suited for young children. The illustrations receive positive feedback, and customers appreciate the clever writing style. Customers describe the story as an adventure on every page, and they find it adorably funny, with one mentioning it brings up many themes and lessons.

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14 customers mention "Effectiveness"14 positive0 negative

Customers find the book effective at promoting teamwork and working together, with one customer noting that the vocabulary and concepts are appropriately targeted for young children.

"...It teaches adorable messages about creativity, teamwork, and even how the most unlikely pair can become the best of friends...." Read more

"What a fun and simple way to show young children that working together is better than working alone...." Read more

"...children to understand the benefit of an open mind and willingness to work together. Mazel Tov!" Read more

"Totally recommend this one! Illustrations are cute and clever. Teamwork and adventure on every page...." Read more

14 customers mention "Illustrations"14 positive0 negative

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"Comical and refreshing!! This book is wonderfully written and beautifully illustrated...." Read more

"...to Karen Kilpatrick and Luis O Ramos for this important, fun, picture book! It should be in every elementary school library. Karen Robbins (author)" Read more

"A simple and engaging message cleverly written and illustrated allowing children to understand the benefit of an open mind and willingness to work..." Read more

"...The adorable illustrations made him start drawing!..." Read more

13 customers mention "Message"13 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's message, finding it clever and heartwarming, with one customer highlighting its themes of collaboration and friendship, while another notes how it showcases the power of imagination.

"...Such a fun tale about the beauty of friendship, and how working together beats working alone any day!..." Read more

"A simple and engaging message cleverly written and illustrated allowing children to understand the benefit of an open mind and willingness to work..." Read more

"Such a special story that shows the power of imagination and creativity. Purchased this book for a 3-year-olds birthday party...." Read more

"Totally recommend this one! Illustrations are cute and clever. Teamwork and adventure on every page...." Read more

8 customers mention "Writing style"8 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the writing style of the book, describing it as cleverly and brilliantly simple, with one customer noting it is easy for emerging readers.

"Comical and refreshing!! This book is wonderfully written and beautifully illustrated...." Read more

"...WHEN PENCIL MET ERASER is cute, funny, and easy for emerging readers...." Read more

"A simple and engaging message cleverly written and illustrated allowing children to understand the benefit of an open mind and willingness to work..." Read more

"...It is a well written book that explains how we all can do things independently, but when we work with a friend we can accomplish more...." Read more

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Customers find the book humorous, with one mentioning that it provides laughs for both kids and adults.

"...This book is wonderfully written and beautifully illustrated. Such a fun tale about the beauty of friendship, and how working together beats working..." Read more

"...Thanks to Karen Kilpatrick and Luis O Ramos for this important, fun, picture book! It should be in every elementary school library...." Read more

"...My little cousin loved it. She laughed a lot with each drawing. At the end of the story she asked me and then what happened?..." Read more

"I loved this book. It is funny, engaging, and has a wonderful message about how we are all stronger when we work together...." Read more

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Customers enjoy the story, with one mentioning it's an adventure on every page.

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    5.0 out of 5 stars The most read book on our shelf!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2019
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    Comical and refreshing!! This book is wonderfully written and beautifully illustrated. Such a fun tale about the beauty of friendship, and how working together beats working alone any day! My little ones and I had a great time guessing what "Pencil" and "Eraser" would create next. It teaches adorable messages about creativity, teamwork, and even how the most unlikely pair can become the best of friends. It's become an instant fave in our house and I can't wait to read it to my 2nd graders this school year! ABSOLUTELY LOVE!
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  • Karen S. Robbins, author
    5.0 out of 5 stars Every elementary school should have this book!
    Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2021
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    What a fun and simple way to show young children that working together is better than working alone. We each have unique, special gifts and using them together can make it double the fun! WHEN PENCIL MET ERASER is cute, funny, and easy for emerging readers. Thanks to Karen Kilpatrick and Luis O Ramos for this important, fun, picture book! It should be in every elementary school library. Karen Robbins (author)
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    5.0 out of 5 stars cooperating companions
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    A simple and engaging message cleverly written and illustrated allowing children to understand the benefit of an open mind and willingness to work together. Mazel Tov!
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    5.0 out of 5 stars This is an AMAZING book!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2019
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    Such a special story that shows the power of imagination and creativity. Purchased this book for a 3-year-olds birthday party. The adorable illustrations made him start drawing! He tries to imitate all the pictures on each page and is actually getting better and better every day. This book has made it to the top of the bookshelf and is requested each night before bed. Never been happier with a purchase, I love promoting healthy activities such as reading and drawing, so this couldn't have been a better fit. Can't wait to see what comes next from Pencil and Eraser!
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  • Danielle
    5.0 out of 5 stars You’ll never look at pencils the same :)
    Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2019
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    Totally recommend this one! Illustrations are cute and clever. Teamwork and adventure on every page. I ask my son what he wants to read before bed, and this has been the only choice for the past week. Books like these make my job a little easier.
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  • Emily B.
    4.0 out of 5 stars Ripped Dust Jacket but Cute Story
    Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2025
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    I give the story 5 stars. I’m bummed that the book I ordered was “new” but it came with a beat up dust jacket. Doubt it was new. Good thing it was on sale.
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    Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2025
    I give the story 5 stars. I’m bummed that the book I ordered was “new” but it came with a beat up dust jacket. Doubt it was new. Good thing it was on sale.
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  • Mariana
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book for kids!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2019
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    Nice book for a gift! The illustrations are so beautiful! My little cousin loved it. She laughed a lot with each drawing. At the end of the story she asked me and then what happened? So I guess we will be waiting for the next story haha!
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    Excellent book for kids!

    Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2019
    Nice book for a gift! The illustrations are so beautiful! My little cousin loved it. She laughed a lot with each drawing. At the end of the story she asked me and then what happened? So I guess we will be waiting for the next story haha!
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  • William A Allison II
    5.0 out of 5 stars Laughs for kids AND adults
    Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2019
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    Some would argue at 31 years old I still read at a Kindergarten level, but I’ll gladly accept the criticism for a book like this. I purchased for a few nephews and now I’m the fun uncle. What a great way to encourage little ones to take up reading and an excellent bonding experience.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great gift for your little one !
    Reviewed in Canada on July 12, 2019
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    Super cute ! Refreshing to see something different, and a great way to start teaching kids about diversity, tolerance and team work.
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  • Vale
    5.0 out of 5 stars A-MAZE-ING
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    Fantastico! Storia molto originale, e di contenuto. Libro di un bel formato, al mio bimbo e' molto piaciuto
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  • Sara
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great acquisition for the class library!
    Reviewed in Spain on October 7, 2019
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    Great story for working on beign able to be friends with those qho are different than ourselves. Loved the story!!
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