Sylvester and the Magic Pebble

Reed Scott reads 'Sylvester and the Magic Pebble' by William Steig, a story about a donkey named Sylvester who discovers a magic pebble that grants wishes. After a series of events, including turning into a rock to escape a lion, Sylvester is eventually reunited with his worried parents. The story highlights themes of family, magic, and the importance of appreciating what we have. Reed shares personal reflections on the book's impact on his life and encourages viewers to continue reading.

What was Sylvester's hobby?

• Collecting coins

• Collecting stamps

• Collecting pebbles

• Collecting leaves

What did Sylvester wish for when he first discovered the magic pebble?

• To become invisible

• For the rain to stop

• For a sunny day

• To find more pebbles

How did Sylvester confirm the pebble's magic?

• By wishing for a rainbow

• By wishing for a friend

• By wishing for rain while holding the pebble

• By wishing for a new house

What did Sylvester wish for when he saw the lion?

• To be a tree

• To be a rock

• To be a cloud

• To be a bird

Why couldn't Sylvester return to his original form after becoming a rock?

• He lost the pebble

• He was too far from home

• He needed to touch the pebble

• He forgot the magic words

What did Mr. and Mrs. Duncan do when Sylvester didn't return home?

• They waited patiently

• They searched the neighborhood

• They went on a vacation

• They called the police

How did the Duncan family feel during their search for Sylvester?

• Joyful

• Indifferent

• Miserable

• Hopeful

What event led to Sylvester's return to his original form?

• His parents' picnic on the rock

• A bird landing on the rock

• A storm passing by

• A wolf howling on the rock

What did Mr. Duncan do with the magic pebble after Sylvester's return?

• Gave it to Sylvester

• Used it to make more wishes

• Put it in an iron safe

• Threw it away

What is the main message of the story?

• Adventure is the key to happiness

• Magic can solve all problems

• Family is more important than anything

• Happiness is found in simple things