Fallen Rock Testimonials

What a great book.  A friend gave my husband and me two copies of  The Journey of Fallen Rock to take to our grandchildren (ages 8 and 10)  My husband started the book immediately and couldn't stop. He told me that I need to read it but being very busy i was hesitant. I did pick up the book and read about the six challenges the Chief gave to his two sons, I was hooked. Needless to say I did not put the book down.  The story is a marvelous teaching tool filled with many of life's lessons.

John and Anne B  West Virginia

I have recently read and taught my students in the 6th grade using The Journey of Fallen Rock. My students and I loved reading this book. We were able to cover symbolism, vocabulary, cause and effect and sequence of events, as well as other reading skills all within this one book. I was also able to teach social studies skills to my students using map skills, culture and conservation of our natural resources. This book has captivated even the hardest to reach students in my classes. I cannot wait to read the second book in this series.

Melanie P  Reading/Social Studies Teacher  Tupelo, MS 

My name is Tammie and my friend Rusty sent me our book to use in my 4th grade class, and can I just say I am SOOOOO excited to do so!  Not only do I love the environment aspect, but the character piece has my name written all over it!! Plus, as an added bonus it fits right with my 4th grades study of the US regions. I am going to have each student keep a map and plot the journey.  I am also going to have all the signs ready to put up as they are introduced.  I am all impressed with the Native American you added in.  You kind of form a picture in your head of what Fallen Rock and Running Water look like, but when you get to the picture on page 66 your mind changes, or at least mine did. I cant wait to share it with others!  Thanks for inspiring me !!

Tammie E.  4th Grade Teacher  Billings, MT

The Journey of Fallen Rock was an awesome book. There were many adventures and sights to see.  The most important part to me was the Wrong Way sign at the end of the book. I feel as if the sign symbolizes to take the right way in your life, follow your dreams, be who you are and do what is important to you. 

6th Grade Student  Milam Elementary  

Wow! What a great story for children. As a mother, grandmother and teacher for (45 years) it refreshing to read a book with characters showing such positive qualities and concern about our environment.

Written through the eyes of a child and using vivid word images, the reader feels as though they are taking the challenge and adventure of crossing the country from the Atlantic to the Pacific themselves.

The double spacing of the sentences and the length of the book makes this an easy read for children. They can easily pick up on the humor element also. I like the list of characters and their jobs listed in the back of the book.

Since reading this book, road signs have taken on a whole new meaning. As I drive along the highway and see these signs, I reflect back on this story and remember the character and job represented by each sign and of course always look out for the sign that reads Watch Out for Fallen Rock.

 Barbara S.   Port Huron, MI.

The Journey of Fallen Rock is a story that children of all ages will enjoy.  The adventures of Fallen Rock, as he tries to meet the challenge given him byhis father, holds your interest. Naming the characters after land forms and street signs is a unique touch. Teachers of all grades could also use this book to teach the importance of taking care of all our natural resources.

Dru W.    Retired Teacher-Michigan

As a teacher and librarian, this is a great book to explain the importance of protecting and conserving our natural resources. It gets on the child's level and lets them realize that their own actions and choices will have an impact on future generations.

 

Marcia Parker, Keota, Oklahoma Keota Library Media Specialist