Books Like The Wretched Stone
Families who loved The Wretched Stone by Chris Van Allsburg often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved The Wretched Stone by Chris Van Allsburg often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when you notice your child becoming a zombie to their devices, losing interest in their hobbies, or struggling to pull away from a screen. This hauntingly beautiful story provides a safe, metaphorical space to talk about the magnetic pull of technology and the importance of staying connected to the real world. Written as a series of ship log entries, the story follows a crew of sailors who discover a mysterious glowing stone that eventually robs them of their speech and humanity. While it carries a spooky, atmospheric tone, it is ultimately a story about the power of stories, music, and human connection to bring us back to ourselves. It is ideal for elementary-aged children who are beginning to navigate the allure of digital entertainment.
