The Stick

Written by Clay Rice

A stick with words transforms a boy's life and dreams.

5.3/7 Bookroo expert·4.0/5 Goodreads · 152 ratings

32 pages· 493 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· 550L

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Bookroo's summary

A young boy stumbles upon a stick with mysterious words etched into it. As he deciphers its message, his life takes an unexpected turn, leading him to fulfill his deepest dreams. Along the way, he uncovers profound truths about the power of giving. What secrets does the stick hold, and how will it shape his destiny?

From the publisher

When a young boy finds a stick on the ground and reads the inspiring words carved into it, his life begins to change until he fulfills lifelong dreams and discovers the truth about giving.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 32
Words: 493
Reading age: 3–5
Audience: Picture
Lexile: 550L

Themes & topics

Books about self-discovery Books about nature Books about sharing Books about imagination Books about imagination and play

What readers & critics say

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“I love the illustrations in this book, the colors are beautiful! This sweet story encourages imagination, and I love that it talks about imagination growing as you use it.”

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