{"product_id":"sticks-and-stones-9781534426221","title":"Sticks and Stones","description":"\u003cb\u003e\"Inspirational and tinged with nostalgia, this will please fans.\" --\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e\"A well-intentioned tale full of expressive scenes...heartfelt.\"-- \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom \u003ci\u003eNew York Times \u003c\/i\u003ebestselling author and master storyteller Patricia Polacco comes the uplifting tale of three inseparable friends who pursue their talents and stop at nothing to achieve their dreams. \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBased on her own childhood memory, author Patricia Polacco shares the pivotal story of one year in elementary school. On the first day of school, she breaks out in a rash and is called \"Cootie\" by her classmates. It seems like the year will be a disaster for Patricia until she meets Thom and Ravenne. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEach of the friends have their own talent. Thom, with his long legs and graceful manner, loves to dance ballet earning him the name \"Sissy Boy.\" Ravenne makes kits and paints on fabric, but she's shy that people call her \"Her Ugliness.\" Thom, Ravenne, and Patricia are bullied by their classmates causing the three friends to band together for support. For years after that fateful year, encourage each other to stay true to themselves and achieve success in their passions. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis endearing and timely story celebrates uniqueness and proves that no matter what challenges stand in your way it's your differences that make you who you are.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePatricia Polacco belongs to a family of storytellers, poets, farmers, teachers, and artists. They came from many parts of the world, but mainly Russia. She grew up to be an illustrator, a designer, and creator of many beloved children's books, including \u003ci\u003eThe Keeping Quilt\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Blessing Cup\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eFiona's Lace\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Trees of the Dancing Goats\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eBabushka's Doll\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eMy Rotten Redheaded Older Brother\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eSticks and Stones\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003ePalace of Books\u003c\/i\u003e. She lives in Union City, Michigan. Visit her at PatriciaPolacco.com and follow her on Facebook.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Simon \u0026 Schuster\/Paula Wiseman Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50525388243218,"sku":"9781534426221","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_c13902b2-6408-4727-8573-7ce22ce0a224.jpg?v=1731216597","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/sticks-and-stones-9781534426221","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}