Sylvester and the Magic Pebble

By William Steig. Published by Simon & Schuster. 

Softcover, 32 pages, Colour, 1970 (2023 printing)

One rainy day, Sylvester finds a magic pebble that can make all his wishes come true. But when a lion frightens him on his way home, Sylvester makes a wish with unexpected consequences. Will Sylvester find his way back to his family? Winner of the 1970 Caldecott Medal, this modern classic is full of warmth, humour and joy.