Books with title The Wonder of Stones.

This educational and thought provoking book is a good read for any child 6 to 9 years of age. It expounds upon an important resource, water, which we take for granted, but which we cannot do without, since it affects so many facets of our lives, and even life itself. The story has excellent illustrations and promotes an appreciation of this natural wonder - which is why the title is The Wonder of Water.

"If a child is to keep alive his inborn sense of wonder, he needs the companionship of at least one adult who can share it, rediscovering with him the joy, excitement, and mystery of the world we live in...If I had influence with the good fairy who is supposed to preside over the christening of all children, I should ask that her gift to each child in the world be a sense of wonder so indestructible that it would last throughout life."--Rachel Carson First published more than three decades ago, this award-winning classic brings Rachel Carson's unique vision to a new generation of readers. The Sense of Wonder relates Carson's intimate account of adventures with her young nephew, Roger, as they enjoy walks along the rocky coast of Maine and through dense forests and open fields, observing wildlife, strange plants, moonlight, and storm clouds and listening to the living music of insects in the underbrush. It is a refreshing antidote to indifference and a guide to capturing the simple power of discovery that Carson views as essential to life. The Sense of Wonder is a timeless volume that will be passed on from parent to child to grandchild, as treasured as the memory of an early morning walk when the song of a bird was heard as if for the first time.

The isolated gnomes of McClelland Garden thought Rinn was long dead, but one day the adventurer returns with disturbing news—the world is much bigger than previously imagined and gnomes everywhere are turning to stone. To stop magic from seeping away, they must go on a dangerous adventure to find The Spark of Wonder, and present it to the thing they fear most—a human. Meanwhile a neglected boy, who many assume to be brain damaged, begins to see magical creatures in his backyard. Those creatures ask him to go on a journey and receive a gift. To all appearances this is a simple walk in the woods, but the boy learns there is more to the world than can be seen with the eye.This isn't another Harry Potter clone! The Spark of Wonder is a fun, fairytale adventure for kids and adults alike. Fairies, unicorns, trolls, goblins, gremlins, a witch, a wizard and a dragon all await the unlikely companions as they search for The Spark and try to bring wonder back to mankind.The Spark of Wonder is more than a fantasy novel. It teaches lessons about prejudice and warns against the emptiness of materialistic philosophies.

"An epic journey of love and friendship, forgiveness and possibility... The novel itself is a beautiful wonder, and I would follow Riya and Abby anywhere." Jennifer Niven, New York Times bestselling author of All the Bright PlacesRiya and Abby are: Best friends. Complete opposites. Living on different continents. About to embark on an epic adventure around Europe. Since Riya moved away with her family to Berlin, she and Abby have struggled to be there for one another, and they haven’t spoken in weeks. But Riya is pretty sure she knows the perfect way to make things better – a grand tour of European cities. Two weeks, six countries, unimaginable fun. Can the lush countrysides and dazzling cities of Europe fix their friendship, or does growing up mean growing apart?Perfect for fans of Stephanie Perkins, Maggie Harcourt and David Levithan, this witty and vivid story is the ideal holiday read.

"An epic journey of love and friendship, forgiveness and possibility... The novel itself is a beautiful wonder, and I would follow Riya and Abby anywhere." Jennifer Niven, New York Times bestselling author of All the Bright PlacesRiya and Abby are: Best friends. Complete opposites. Living on different continents. About to embark on an epic adventure around Europe. Since Riya moved away with her family to Berlin, she and Abby have struggled to be there for one another, and they haven’t spoken in weeks. But Riya is pretty sure she knows the perfect way to make things better – a grand tour of European cities. Two weeks, six countries, unimaginable fun. Can the lush countrysides and dazzling cities of Europe fix their friendship, or does growing up mean growing apart?Perfect for fans of Stephanie Perkins, Maggie Harcourt and David Levithan, this witty and vivid story is the ideal holiday read.

Song of the StonesYoung adult, time travel story.Two 14-year-old boys from the Beaker period 1000 years BC, are preparing for their initiation ceremony.Wyhdra. A gifted psychic and sensitive mystic. Held in esteem by the village, being born a deaf mute was a sign he was very special.Chaida. His lifelong friend, he too was special, born from the union of the tribal Chieftain and the Medicine lady and healer.Whilst preparing stone circle for the Beltane ritual they get caught in a vicious storm which casts them forward to our time.They are shocked by the condition of the now 3000-year-old circle, neglected and almost destroyed, its power weak and ignored.They are found surviving on the moors by two young girls of the same age. They are preparing for a school project, and discover the stones are to be ripped out and moved to a different location to become a tourist attraction.It's up to the unlikely four to preserve the stones in their original location, which they discover, if moved will dramatically affect past and the future.Communication is possible because one of the girls, Celia, has a sister that is a deaf mute, she is proficient in sign language.Sarah, her friend is convinced they are from the past and enlist the help of a Council official, who reluctantly becomes involved in trying to help them save the stones, and send the Beaker boys back to their own time.

The Wonder of you is an entertaining and light-hearted children's book full of positivity, joy and love. It is packed with fun and is an engaging read that teaches children about self-esteem. The illustrations are delightful and the unique adjectives are highlighted with definitions at the conclusion of the book. It will prove to be of high interest for kids as well as a great teaching tool for elementary school teachers!