Most rocks don’t get to tell their own story — but the narrator of “I, Rock: A Geology Tale” is not most rocks. Katie Slivensky gives voice to a single rock recounting its sensational, sometimes harrowing, sometimes hilarious geological journey to a group of eager student listeners.
From Deep Underground to a Student’s Shoe
Rock’s story begins humbly beneath Earth’s crust, long before it ever saw daylight. From there, its journey takes a dramatic turn: a volcanic blast propels it onto land, launching it into a saga that includes storms, earthquakes, dinosaur encounters, and even deep-sea adventures — all illustrated with personality and humor by Steph Stilwell.
By the time Rock finally lands at the bottom of a student’s shoe, readers have traveled through an enormous span of geological history without ever feeling like they’re sitting through a lecture.
Perfect For
3rd through 5th grade readers who enjoy nonfiction with humor and personality. A great pick for classroom science units on rocks, geology, and Earth’s history.