Pebble
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2007 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

Pebble

Written & illustrated by Susan Milord

Part of the Julie Andrews Collection series

A pebble seeks to stand out among countless rocks. Can it find its place?

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32 pages· 611 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
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On a rocky shore, a small, nearly smooth pebble dreams of being special. Surrounded by countless stones, it embarks on a journey to discover its unique place in the world. Can this humble pebble find what makes it stand out? Dive into a tale of self-discovery and belonging, where the ordinary seeks the extraordinary. Will the pebble's quest lead to fulfillment or remain a dream among the rocks?

From the publisher

There once was a pebble on a rocky shore. It was small and round and nearly smooth.

Amid a seascape dotted with endless rocks, one pebble yearns to be special.

Can you find the pebble?

Susan Milord’s clear prose and exquisite collages offer a timeless message about finding one’s place in the world.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
611
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~530L
Themes & topics
Books about belongingBooks about science and natureBooks about the beachBooks about social themesBooks about reaching your potential (self-actualization)
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.5
F&P level
~N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
121158
Publication
Published
October 9, 2007
First published
October 1, 2007
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780060858070

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