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Everybody needs a rock -- at least that's the way this particular rock hound feels about it in presenting her own highly individualistic rules for finding just the right rock for you.


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  • Reading level: Ages 4-8
  • Paperback: 32 pages
  • Publisher: Aladdin; First Aladdin Paperbacks edition (September 1, 1985)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0689710518
  • ISBN-13: 978-1416953975
  • Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 7.6 x 0.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #30,388 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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65 of 65 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars I'm Still Looking, July 14, 2001
By Bruce Crocker "agnostictrickster" (Whittier, California United States) - See all my reviews
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Everybody Needs A Rock written by Byrd Baylor and illustrated by Peter Parnall is among my top ten favorite children's books and, if pressed to make a choice, I might say that it is my all-time favorite. My first exposure to the book was back in the 70's in one of the gift shops at one of the Smithsonian Museum branches in Washington, DC. I didn't buy it at the time, but its simple story and wonderful illustrations made an impact on me and stuck in my head. Here was a book about someone like me; here was a book about someone with a deep appreciation for rocks. The young lady in the book also had deeply felt personal values. The drawings reminded me of some of my own sketches and they said so much with so few lines and such a simple, earthy color scheme. I would forget the title and then rediscover the book in the 80's as I was finishing up my training as a geologist and then as a high school science teacher. Recently, my Mom gave me a blow-up of a picture taken of me in Badlands National Park in 1966. In the picture, I am 7 and I am sitting on the side of a rocky hill looking intently at a small rock. The picture reminds me of Rule Number 3 from the book:

Bend over. More. Even more. You may have to sit on the ground with your head almost touching the earth. You have to look a rock right in the eye.

If you know a child with a deeper than average appreciation of nature who is little bit misunderstood, give them a little validation by giving them a copy of this fantastic book. I'm still looking for the perfect rock, but, in my opinion, Everybody Needs A Rock is close to a perfect children's book.

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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Everybody Needs a Rock, March 16, 2003
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This book has a very special meaning. When I look as this book it tells me that making a decision of any kind big of small takes time. It takes thought and concentration. As you are to pick a rock you have to look at it from al sides, just like you would have to in any decision you would make.
Decisions even as small as picking out a rock are important. Maybe you could apply these 10 rules that are read in the book and use them to solve everyday dilemmas or situations.
I think this book also tells us that the materialistic thing in life are no always what you need. Sometimes it takes just a rock to be your best friend. I would highly recommend this book to children who just think that toys or material possessions are what they need. There is a beautiful would of nature out there, and if you use your imagination even a rock can be your friend. ~ Kellie~
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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars About more than just rocks, March 19, 2000
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This book has beautiful artwork (amazing line drawings) and neat words. But its ideas apply to more than just rocks. There's something in it about the rock search being a very personal thing, and I found that applied as much to househunting as rock hunting. Get it for anyone you love.
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5.0 out of 5 stars a delilghtful book on how to choose a rock
The is book is so much fun. It will make you smile just to read it.
I plan on using it when my grandchildren come. Read more
Published 4 months ago by K. Matto

2.0 out of 5 stars Not wonderful
Each drawing looks too much like the next to appeal to a child that young, and the writing is also above the head of a youngster. An older child would prefer a more grown up book.
Published 6 months ago by kalanamak

4.0 out of 5 stars Everybody Needs a Rock
Great reading can come in a small package. Engaging for readers of all ages. Indeed, we all need our own special rock.
Published 8 months ago by signe

5.0 out of 5 stars Love Rocks
I bought a copy for all my g'kids. I love rocks and loved reading the book with them. Everybody does need a rock and kids need to be shown how to appreciate finding the right one.
Published 15 months ago by P. J. Olson

5.0 out of 5 stars I wish this was in hardback!
I just got a FREE copy with my Cheerios box! I LOVE this book! I laughed with my 10 year old as we read it, and I will make my 13 year old son read it and we shall reflect on... Read more
Published 22 months ago by L. Evans

5.0 out of 5 stars Rock Reflections
Thank You Byrd Baylor. I teach a class of adults in recovery. This book has a wonderful message. Everybody in the class chose a rock that appealed to them, a discussion... Read more
Published on October 8, 2007 by J. feldra

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
I bought this book for use in an early childhood classroom for 3 to 5 year old children, and the children and I just love it! Read more
Published on September 29, 2007 by Leslie E. Merry

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for Earth Science teachers!
I teach 6th grade and one of the things we learn about is rocks. I bought this book based on the reviews, but after reading it I felt compelled to write one too. Read more
Published on April 14, 2006 by C. Asherson

4.0 out of 5 stars enjoyable lesson and artwork
Under the guise of giving ten rules for choosing one's "special rock", the author advises kids (and adults who read to them), to connect with nature and to act with... Read more
Published on July 2, 2004 by audrey

5.0 out of 5 stars Everybody Needs This Book
I bought this book for myself at Rocks and Stuff in Chelan, Washington. We visit this store on our annual vacations and are always awed and fascinatated by what we find... Read more
Published on December 8, 2003 by Therese Yeaton

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