The Worry Stone

Last updated Monday, July 1, 2002

Authors: Marianna Dengler
Illustrator: Sibyl Graber Gerig
Date of Publication: 1996
ISBN: 0873586425
Grade Level: 4th Grade
Date(s) Used: Aug. 2002

Synopsis: When a small, serious boy joins Amanda on the park bench, she remembers that once she was small and serious too, but she had Grandfather--and his wonderful stories. With stunning and powerful watercolor illustrations, The Worry Stone is three beautiful tales woven together, the way human lives are connected despite distance and time.

Craft ideas:

• The author created this legend. Create your own legend and illustrate it.
• Make hats with red feathers and tell your own story. Design the hat with what you do when you are worried.