On a rainy day, Sylvester finds a magic pebble that can make wishes come true. But when a lion frightens him on his way home, Sylvester makes a wish that brings unexpected results. <br>How Sylvester is eventually reunited with his loving family and restored to his true self makes a story that is beautifully tender and filled with magic. Illustrated with William Steig's glowing pictures, this is a modern classic beloved by children everywhere. <br>Selected as one of the 100 Best Books of the Century by the National Education Association.<br><br><b>Author:</b> William Steig<br><b>Publisher:</b> Aladdin Paperbacks<br><b>Published:</b> 04/02/1987<br><b>Pages:</b> 32<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Paperback<br><b>Weight:</b> 0.25lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 10.70h x 8.10w x 0.10d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9780671662691<br><b>Audience:</b> Ages 4-8<br><br><b>Accelerated Reader:</b><br><b>Reading Level:</b> 4<br><b>Point Value:</b> 0.5<br><b>Interest Level:</b> Lower Grade<br><b>Quiz #/Name: </b>5494 / Sylvester and the Magic Pebble<br><br><b>Award:</b> E.B. White Read Aloud Award - Finalist<br><b>Award:</b> E.B. White Read Aloud Award - Finalist<br><br><b>Review Citation(s): </b><br><i>Newsweek</i> 09/08/2008 pg. 12<br><i>Entertainment Weekly</i> 11/14/2014 pg. 110