{"product_id":"when-you-find-the-right-rock","title":"When You Find the Right Rock","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA marvelous exploration of the special relationship children find with the natural world and the fascination and friendship they find in special rocks, from poet Mary Lyn Ray and artist Felicita Sala.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSomewhere, a rock is waiting for you. One just the right color for your windowsill, or just the right shape for drawing a face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaybe it is a rock from the heart of a mountain that will remind you of how big YOU are inside, too. Maybe it is a rock washed by the sea that knows all about the backs and forths and ups and downs of things. Maybe it is a small rock, just the right size to close your hand around and know that the rock is with you and it is just right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough vibrant illustration and evocative text, \u003ci\u003eWhen You Find the Right Rock\u003c\/i\u003e carries readers along on a journey of discovery, from the mountains to the sea, that's all about learning the beauty of being in the moment, connecting with nature, and the thrill of finding a precious keepsake to call your own.COOL ROCKS: Whether it's a special pebble for a pocket or a colorful collection in a box, rocks offer a special kind of companionship and a portable and lasting connection with the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMINDFULNESS FOR KIDS: Our connections with nature reduce stress and increase happiness and resilience. This book is an ode to the presentness that we find in the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNATURE BOOK FOR ALL: A love of the natural world is easy to instill in kids, and it's so rewarding--both intellectually and emotionally. Here is a wonderful reminder that when we see ourselves in nature, we get in touch with our own depth and texture and lastingness.Perfect for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParents, grandparents, and caregivers of children who love the natural world\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeachers and librarians looking for a poetic picture book on rocks and nature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who has found the secret joy of a special rock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders of \u003ci\u003eA Stone Sat Still\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eA Rock Is Lively\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eRicky, the Rock That Couldn't Roll\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMary Lyn Ray\u003c\/strong\u003e has written many acclaimed books for children, including Stars , Pumpkins , Mud , The Thank You Book , and Go to Sleep, Little Farm . She lives in South Danbury, New Hampshire, on an old farm where there are big rocks and pocket rocks, medium-sized and big, big rocks--all just right for saying hello to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFelicita Sala is a self-taught illustrator. She studied philosophy and languages in Australia but then decided she wanted to create pictures. Since moving to Italy, she has worked on a few stop-motion animation projects along with her husband, Gianluca, but her passion lies in making picture books. She gets inspired by nature, children, mid-century illustration, folk art, and architecture. She lives in Rome with Gianluca and their daughter, Nina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"A stunning book...stuffed with ideas, poetic musings, and more than one reason to connect with rocks wherever they are found.\"--\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, Starred Review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\"The quiet presence of rocks can reflect the finder's individual multitudes...\" -- \u003cb\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/b\u003e, Starred Review.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Stimulating ode to rocks... [T]his poignant take on rocks could provide enough -inspiration to transform an ordinary walk into an expedition full of observation. -- \u003cb\u003eThe Horn Book Magazine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Exquisitely illustrated and thought-provoking.\" -- \u003cb\u003eThe Washington Post\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"...a refreshingly original premise. Rock appreciation is bound to start early thanks to this surprisingly emotional guide.\" -- \u003cb\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chronicle Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54585586680118,"sku":"9781797214580","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/2301\/7526\/files\/81d8fTiwfxL._SL1500.jpg?v=1789682345","url":"https:\/\/www.summerbeambooks.com\/products\/when-you-find-the-right-rock","provider":"Summer Beam Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}