Stick and Stone on the Go: A Graphic Novel

Stick and Stone #4

by Beth Ferry, Kristen Cella (Illustrator)

Two stories in one graphic novel perfect for beginning readers, based on the bestselling Stick and Stone series by Beth Ferry and Tom Lichtenheld. For fans of the Narwhal series and Baloney and Friends.

Stick would go anywhere with his best friend, especially if they’re planning a picnic. But when picnics involve lemons and bees and caves, Stone’s not so sure . . . 

Join Stick and Stone as they go spelunking. Accompany them as they meet all sorts of new friends, including a big, fluffy monster!

And laugh along with them in this new graphic novel series starring two best buddies who know that exploring is always more fun when you’re together. Each story has a fun activity to make you feel part of the action.

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Genres: Graphic Novels, Childrens, Friendship, Humor, Picture Books, Nature, Fiction

96 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 7, 2023

About the author

Beth Ferry is the author of the picture books Stick and Stone and Land Shark. Her family has cared for myriad pets, including two land sharks, a hedgehog, a blue-tongued skink, and a heap of hamsters, but her absolutely perfect pet is an English bulldog named Winston. She lives in New Jersey.

Reviews

[Rod Brown · Rating 2 out of 5]

I remembered being pleasantly surprised by the first Stick and Stone picture book, so I was intrigued to see it is now a children's graphic novel series. Unfortunately, I seem to have missed a couple other books in the series whose events are referenced several times here; so check those out first, because this isn't the best place to start if you get hung up on continuity and order.

Reading a second Stick and Stone book, I found myself getting distracted by stuff that I glossed over in the first outing.

I'm a little confused by what forest objects get to be anthropomorphized and which ones don't. In addition to the stick and stone, this time we have an acorn, a beetle, a clump of moss, a boulder, and a pinecone all walking around and talking. But lemons, strawberries, and a watermelon just lay there until eaten. Animals and insects like bees, ants, and a dog don't talk out loud but seem to understand the things Stick and Stone say. And there are humans in this world, though we only get a flashback glimpse of one this time. I know it's childish nonsense, but I still need it to make a little sense.

And then there are the many questions I have about the physics of Stone. Stone rolls everywhere with no source of acceleration and somehow manages to always keep his face looking forward. And he can even carry things on his head, perhaps in the same way Star Wars' BB-8 works? And he eats food, so like how does his body manage digestion and excretion? Is he dropping pebbles everywhere he goes?

My head is spinning too much to ever attempt any more of these.


FOR REFERENCE:

Contents: Stick and Stone and the Cave -- Cave Art Activity -- Stick and Stone and the Sloppy Pup -- Butterfly and Bubble Activities

[Laken Taylor · Rating 5 out of 5]

Stick and Stone On the Go by Beth Ferry and Kristen Cella is a fantastic graphic novel for a young, beginning reader! The book contains two stories about Stick and Stone's adventures and interactions while spelunking in caves, as well as their attempts to find a good pet to take care of after encountering an adorable puppy. I loved this graphic novel! Not only are the illustrations adorable, but they are also incredibly detailed! I also like how the speech bubbles and panels go from left to right, as a standard text would, to prevent reader confusion. I recommend this graphic novel for first to third-graders as it contains high-level vocabulary, and the pictures help students comprehend what occurs throughout the stories. I would use this book in my classroom as a read-aloud, where I read one story a day. This novel also contains activities that go along with each story which is neat. After reading the story, I could have my class complete the activities the book suggests to help add some art to the classroom. I would also include this graphic novel in my classroom library so that students can read it during independent reading if they would like to.

[Ellon · Rating 3 out of 5]

3 stars (I liked it)

This is another cute beginning graphic novel. I love that some of the long-time references come back (but I still think you can enjoy the book without it). What's hard for me is when you anthropomorphism objects but it's not consistent. Like bees, beetles, sticks, stones, boulders, pinecones all talk but then ants only make words with their bodies; dog understands stick and stone but doesn't talk; the butterfly is a pet and doesn't talk; lemons, strawberries, peas, etc. are food and not anthropomorphized. Also, why would stick and stone need to eat?
It just becomes hard for me to get into the story as I'm thinking about all those things. That being said, I still think my young readers will enjoy the book.

[Pam · Rating 4 out of 5]

Graphic Novel
Stick and Stone are back in an early chapter book format. Ferry includes two stories in this graphic novel for lower to mid elementary level readers.
The friends first gather for a picnic with others they know, and then decide to explore a cave. They receive a huge surprise when they meet the one who lives there.
The second story involves finding a pet. They have fun together and search together. When a pet finds them, they are thrilled. However, they learn a hard lesson when the friend changes form and they have to let them fly off.

[Queen Mary · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a confusing addition to Stick and Stone. I read it with my 3 year old grandson who absolutely loved the first book, which was read in his pre-school. This one seems like it is for a much older crowd, hence the rating. It purports to be part of a series, but is and isn’t. It seems as if the story is a continuation — sorta — while not really being age appropriate for readers of the beginning story.

As a stand alone, the book is fine.

[Sandi Prescott · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love Stick and Stone! They're such a sweet pair and a good example to young students of how to be a friend. This book is two stories in one, which means twice as much friendship and fun. I like how the author is addressing the character of Pinecone, who can be a bit "prickly".

[Tina Hoggatt · Rating 2 out of 5]

While I appreciate the management of the story through panel and spot illustration (Kristen Cella) I miss the simplicity of storytelling in previous entries to this terrific series. Also, why you gotta be such a downer, Pinecone? The several stories have art activities at their end. Fun for kids.

[Eboni · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cute comic book for stick and stone lovers

Does he really enjoyed reading stick and stone and had to take a few breaks to really enjoy my son even decided to read with me simple but funny great story

[Eadrinor · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really enjoyed the picture books, but these stories weren’t as fulfilling. I’m also hesitant to say the pictures were less cute (different artist).

This one covers two stories about exploring a cave and getting a pet.

[Cheryl · Rating 3 out of 5]

I like that they just let pinecone be his own prickly self, instead of trying to reform him. And I like the themes, the enrichment activities, etc. I'm not rounding up to four stars though because I'm not feeling hopeful that there will be more in the series.

[Elle · Rating 3 out of 5]

For a fun reading adventure, put some brown paper or cut up paper bags, to make a cave mural like Pinecone. Then turn out the lights and spelunk like Stick and Stone to discover the mural with a flashlight in your very own cave art studio!

[Claire · Rating 4 out of 5]

I didn't read the blurb, I thought this was another picture book but it's actually a graphic novel. And it is so damn cute. Stick and Stone are adorable. The illustrations are cute and the stories are interesting and sweet.

[Lisa D · Rating 5 out of 5]

Too cute! Loved it!

[Élise Massé · Rating 4 out of 5]

Très cute 🥰

[Kelly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another fun Stick and Stone book.

[Cecile · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read the second story only.

[Ronda Canary · Rating 5 out of 5]

Super sweet

[Penny Schneider · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful children's graphic novel. Sweet story of friendship. Absolutely adored the ending! The illustrations are gorgeous!

[Elizabeth Capps · Rating 3 out of 5]

The highlight of these little books are the suggested activities to do after each story.

[Miranda · Rating 5 out of 5]

My son and I absolutely loved this book! He laughed so hard and even teared up when the pet butterfly flew away. It’s a must read. Very beautiful graphics.

[Ash · Rating 3 out of 5]

Tales of friendship and pets and being brave

[Elizabeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 Stars. Why are these books so dang good!! I felt scared, happy and sad while reading. Great book for kids and adults to read to kids.