Old Rock (is not boring)

Reach for this book when your child feels overlooked because they are quieter or slower than their peers, or when they struggle with the need to constantly 'do' things to feel important. This story follows an unmoving rock who is teased by a bird, a beetle, and a pine tree for having a boring life. Through a series of vibrant flashbacks, the rock reveals a history spanning millions of years, including dodging erupting volcanoes and witnessing the age of dinosaurs. It is a gentle but powerful lesson in the value of perspective, patience, and the hidden depth within everyone. Parents will appreciate how it validates a contemplative personality while introducing basic concepts of geological time and history. It is a perfect choice for bedtime or a quiet afternoon when you want to celebrate the beauty of just being.