by Nancy Ruth Patterson (Author)
Mischievous Robert Morris Reynolds can't even say his name right. His "r's" come out as "w's"-until a wise speech therapist promises him a special rock when he can pronounce the word "rock" properly. Robert's struggle to earn that rock leads him to become aware of other's feelings.
"Characterizations are superb; even minor characters are portrayed with depth and roundness unusual in such a brief, accessible novel." The Horn Book
"An amiable slice-of-life story. Economically told and often touching, this is a good portrait of a good- and brave- boy." The Bulletin of the Center of Children's Literature
Number of Pages: 84
Dimensions: 0.2 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN
Publication Date: February 13, 2009
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Shiniest Rock of All
Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3
Reading Level: 4.4
Point Value: 2
