{"product_id":"a-stone-sat-still-9781452173184","title":"A Stone SAT Still","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe brilliant follow-up to the Caldecott Honor-winning and \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling picture book \u003ci\u003eThey All Saw a Cat\u003c\/i\u003e by Brendan Wenzel \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eA Stone Sat Still\u003c\/i\u003e tells the story of a seemingly ordinary rock--but to the animals that use it, it is a resting place, a kitchen, a safe haven...even an entire world. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis is a gorgeous exploration of perspective, perception, and the passage of time, with an underlying environmental message that is timely and poignant. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e- Filled with stunning illustrations in cut paper, pencil, collage, and paint\u003cbr\u003e- Soothing rhythms invite reading aloud and bedtime snuggles\u003cbr\u003e- Introduces concepts like color, size, function, and time in a way that is easily understandable and teachable for children \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eWith a rhythmic, calming narrative about the stone and its place in the world--and the changing environment--\u003ci\u003eA Stone Sat Still\u003c\/i\u003e proves Brendan Wenzel's mastery of the picture book form. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis modern children's classic will enchant readers in preschool and kindergarten, as well as the adults that read with them. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e- A wonderful gift for teachers, librarians, and educators who are looking to teach difficult concepts like perspective and perception\u003cbr\u003e- Perfect for parents and caregivers wanting to educate their kids about the environment, nature, and animals\u003cbr\u003e- Great for fans of \u003ci\u003eI Want My Hat Back\u003c\/i\u003e by Jon Klassen, \u003ci\u003eThe Very Hungry Caterpillar\u003c\/i\u003e by Eric Carle, and \u003ci\u003eThe Lorax\u003c\/i\u003e by Dr. Seuss, as well as Wenzel's previous books \u003ci\u003eThey All Saw a Cat\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eHello Hello\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrendan Wenzel is a New York Times bestselling author and illustrator based in upstate New York. He wrote \u003ci\u003eHello Hello\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThey All Saw a Cat\u003c\/i\u003e, which was the recipient of a Caldecott Honor. He is a proud collaborator with groups working to protect and conserve wild places and creatures.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Chronicle Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50605396951314,"sku":"9781452173184","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_04834a82-8ba0-450d-b898-a87f5a1f1e47.jpg?v=1732275528","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/a-stone-sat-still-9781452173184","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}