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A Stone Is a Story Hardcover – Picture Book, October 3, 2023

by Leslie Barnard Booth (Author), Marc Martin (Illustrator)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 51 ratings
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A National Science Teaching Association Outstanding Science Trade Book

Follow a stone’s journey through time as it faces ice, water, wind, and scorching heat in this beautiful nonfiction picture book that is Seeds Move! meets A Stone Sat Still.

“Where do rocks come from?”

The answer may be more incredible than you think! After all, a stone is not just a stone: a stone is a story. Embark on a journey across time to see how one stone can change and transform, from magma under Earth’s crust to the sand swept up by a rushing river to the very heart of the tallest mountain. Watch what happens when rain, ice, and wind mold this rock into something new, something you might even hold in your hand—something full of endless possibility.

Complete with additional information about geology and the rock cycle, this lyrical and captivating story invites readers to experience the wonder of the natural world around us, and to see—in every cliff, pebble, and stone—a window into Earth’s deep past.
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    40 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 3
  5. Dimensions
    11 x 0.8 x 10 inches
  6. Publisher
    Margaret K. McElderry Books
  7. Publication date
    October 3, 2023
  8. ISBN-10
    1534496947
  9. ISBN-13
    978-1534496941
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A Stone is a Story

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* "Providing signposts about Earth’s change from the beginning of time to the present day, Booth’s study gives energy and intrigue to objects that seem deceptively quiet and ordinary" -- Publishers Weekly, starred review

"An illustrated love letter to deep time and earth's memory." -- The Marginalian

"An attractive and informative option for budding geologists." -- Booklist

“Booth’s imaginative stories about one stone align with the major rock groups...and employ dramatic descriptions of the events the stone experiences....Readers are encouraged to seek out their own stones, “imagine everything the stone has been…and what it might become,” and consider the continuity of change." -- Horn Book

About the Author

Leslie Barnard Booth is the author of A Stone Is a Story and One Day This Tree Will Fall. She grew up in the Pacific Northwest, attended Pomona College and later earned an MFA in creative writing and an MS in education from the University of Oregon. Leslie lives in Portland, Oregon, and loves exploring the natural world with her family. Visit her at LeslieBarnardBooth.com.

Marc Martin is an illustrator, artist, and book maker. He is the author and illustrator of A River, Masters of Disguise, The Curious Explorers Illustrated Guide to Exotic Animals A to Z, Max, and Lots, among others. Marc is based in Melbourne, Australia. You can learn more about his work at MarcMartin.com.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Margaret K. McElderry Books (October 3, 2023)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1534496947
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1534496941
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 5 - 8 years, from customers
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.07 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 11 x 0.8 x 10 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 51 ratings

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Leslie Barnard Booth is an author, educator, and freelance writer with roots in the Pacific Northwest. She has taught at preschool, elementary, and college levels, and holds an MFA in creative writing and an MS in education from the University of Oregon. Leslie lives in Portland, Oregon, and loves exploring the natural world with her family. Visit her at lesliebarnardbooth.com.

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Janet Squires Books
5.0 out of 5 stars An engaging introduction to geology
Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2023
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Booth imagines a stone’s journey from its birth as magma through a wide variety of environmental experiences—dragged by a glacier, ground to sand, deposited as sediment, buried deep within the earth, transformed, uplifted, until finally it’s held in a curious youngster’s hand. The tale is told against the backdrop of earth’s evolutionary history from primordial seas to the time of dinosaurs, the ice age, and on to present day.

Straight-forward vocabulary and simple sentences make the content easily accessible. The narrative is followed by a more detailed discussion of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks that includes a glossary of terms. The author also provides a URL for additional resources.

Martin’s richly colored illustrations create a dramatic atmosphere for the powerful forces at work throughout…then shifts to a more subtle tone on the final double-page spread as it reflects a moment of unexpected playfulness that is a perfect conclusion to this tale.

I can easily imagine this book serving as an entertaining and thought-provoking introduction to the study of geology with children.

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Recommended for home and school libraries.
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Dan Rubin
5.0 out of 5 stars Parents/adults will love reading this book, too!
Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2023
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I wish this book had been around when my kids were little. Beautifully written and illustrated. I bought this book for my cousin’s preschooler. Neither of us could put it down. I don’t often learn from a children’s book…A Stone Is a Story takes us on a fabulous journey of discovery, learning, and ultimately wonders of life. I cannot wait for Leslie Barnard Booth’s next book!
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Octopus88
5.0 out of 5 stars Captivating and Gorgeous
Reviewed in the United States on October 10, 2023
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This book is a beautifully written and illustrated story. The images bring vibrant life to the intricacies of our earth and everyday rocks, while the writing beautifully and simply punctuates how extraordinary our planet really is. I bought it for my friend’s kids who absolutely loved it and they had so many more wonderings about the earth. A truly magical way to introduce kids to earth science and the beauty we’re surrounded by.
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Lindsay
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful and educational
Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2023
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This lovely book really honors a child's natural sense of wonder. I love how the poetic writing captures all the mystery and possibility something as simple as a stone can hold. The illustrations and writing work so well together to spin a layered story about time and natural history. This would make the perfect gift for a curious child or a great addition to a classroom library.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Poetic and Masterful!
Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2023
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Ever held a rock and felt the weight of its journey through deep time to miraculously find its way to your hand? This poetic and masterful true story will have you thinking about rocks in a whole new way. It's beautifully written and illustrated, sure to fascinate and educate. You are in for a real treat with this book!
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Orina Lisson
5.0 out of 5 stars Unlike Any Other Book!!
Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2023
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Gorgeous illustrations, poetic and thoughtful writing, a STEM, true-story topic. All of our kids love it, despite very different ages. Our new family favorite! This book belongs in every library and every home. Can’t wait to see what else this author dreams up.
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Courtney Gray
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for any rock hound!
Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2023
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My son (7) and I devoured this wonderful book! He loves rocks, and for a budding geologist, this book ROCKS! Beautifully written with gorgeous illustrations, it checks all my boxes. Wonderful, wonderful book!
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Jodi R.
5.0 out of 5 stars It's never too early to teach Geology.
Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2023
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There may be no higher calling for a writer than to help young people understand and revere the natural world. A Stone is a Story shows that Geology in more than the awe of staring at the Grand Canyon. It is also the story of the stones beneath our feet that can be effectively told to young readers and students.
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Megan C
5.0 out of 5 stars Lyrical book that will spark curiosity and imagination
Reviewed in Canada on October 5, 2023
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Love this book. Lyrical text paired with stunning illustrations takes readers on a ride through history and a journey through the Earth’s core and surface to see all that a rock can be. The story shows us all the different transformations a stone can experience, that it’s not unchanging, and I think this will spark curiosity and questions about geology and science. With exquisite language, this book shows that a stone truly has a story, and I think readers, especially the many children who love to pick up a rock and imagine, will love this book. It also includes excellent back matter that explains geology in a simple, yet effective way that made me both understand more about stones and want to know more. Highly recommended!
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