EVERYBODY NEEDS A ROCK [9780812455618]

from muzzie

I enjoyed this book so much; I read it before I reached the cash register. I can't wait to put the ten rules for selecting a rock into practice. I have selected rocks before, but this is the first time I have had a guide to help me find the perfect one.

from mknest

This is one of my favorite books. I think it captures a childhood fascination with rocks using both authentic but sophisticated descriptive language. The illustrations are beautiful and reveal the perspective of the narrator, a girl explaining her relationship with rocks. I have used this book in...

from derekgries

This is a great picture book from the 1970's, the story explains how to pick out the perfect rock. An aprecieation of nature is the result of reading this book. All of the Byrd Baylor and Peter Parnall books focus on the beauty of nature. Parnall does an amazing job with the illustrations, very s...

from jodyl

In this book, the narrator gives us 10 rules for finding a rock. Not just any rock but a rock one can keep forever. The book uses simple language but paints a beautiful story.The illustrations are simple in colour but beautifully created. Every time I look at the illustrations I notice something ...

from raizel

I love this book. I like the rules that tell the reader to trust her instincts about what feels right physically and aesthetically when it comes to choosing a rock. I like the fact that there are rules for choosing a rock. And the underlying assumption that a carefully chosen rock is better than ...