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Tess, the Tin that Wanted to Rock Hardcover – September 25, 2019

by Jay Miletsky (Author), Erin Wozniak (Illustrator)
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 481 ratings
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Join a lovable group of rock friends (and one wise little ladybug), on a funny, heartwarming adventure about the importance in believing in yourself.

When Tess, a tin foil ball, rolls onto the hill and meets Marvin, Ricky and the rest of the rocks, she immediately worries that she’s too different from everyone else:

"Do you want to play?" asked Parker and Kai.
"No thanks," whispered Tess. "I'm just rolling on by.
I'm sure that you've noticed I don't really fit in -
I'm not even a rock, I'm just made of tin.
I'm not smooth and solid, and I'm not strong like you...
I'm a tin foil ball - there's not much I can do.”

But when the rocks go looking for a lost pebbles and get lost in the woods, it's up to Tess to save the day, as she realizes that everyone has value, and even a tin ball can be a rock star!

From the author of the best selling Ricky, the Rock that Couldn't Roll, The Masterpiece and The Bear and the Fern, comes this sweet and endearing story about friendship, teamwork and self-worth.

Combining the spirit of The Giving Tree with the rhyme and rhythm of Dr. Seuss, Tess, the Tin is ideal for both boys and girls, ages 3-8, and grades K-3. This latest story featuring the "You Rock Group" is a book that kids are sure to cherish as they grow, and ask to read over and over again!

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  5. Publisher
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    September 25, 2019
  7. ISBN-10
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Jay Miletsky is a reformed advertising executive who has shifted his focus to the far more challenging (and rewarding) world of children's book publishing. He lives in New Jersey with his wife, Amanda, and seven year old daughter, Bria, who is the inspiration for much of his writing.

Erin Wozniak works as an illustrator, fine artist, and art teacher. She is a two time recipient of the prestigious Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Grant and has won other international awards for her artwork including the 4th Annual Manifest Prize and the New Zealand Goldwater National Art Award. She currently lives in Canton, Ohio with her husband and two talented daughters.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Lyric and Stone; First Edition (September 25, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0578483890
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0578483894
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 6 years, from customers
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.2 x 0.5 x 9.2 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Well, hello there! Thanks for visiting my author page.

I'm Mr. Jay, and I have the best career on the planet - I get to spend my days creating amazing characters and writing stories about them that, for reasons I can't possibly imagine, people seem to like. So far, I've written books like "Ricky, the Rock that Couldn't Roll," "Tess, the Tin that Wanted to Rock," "Do Pebbles Eat Chili?", "The Masterpiece," "The Bear and the Fern," and a few books that will be coming out soon, such as "Patrick Picklebottom and the Penny Book," "Tyrannosaurus Hex," and others.

But the best part is that in between all of my writing, I get to travel around the country visiting school and meeting the most amazingly awesome kids ever. I read my books and then we discuss what they're about, and I always love hearing how kids interpret the stories that I write and discussing it with them.

I live in New Jersey (yes, by choice), and I have a wife, Amanda, who helps me improve all of my books as I write them, and a daughter named Bria who is the inspiration for many of the stories that I come up with.

I also love hearing from teachers and parents and kids, so please feel free to contact me at jmiletsky@newpaigepress.com.

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Customers find the story engaging and fun for young readers. They appreciate the cute illustrations and lyrical rhymes. The book teaches a positive message about diversity and inclusion, with easy-to-understand messages for kids. Readers enjoy the adventure, suspense, and happy ending. Overall, the book is described as creative and unique, embracing each individual's unique gifts.

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51 customers mention "Story quality"51 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the story. They find it entertaining for young children and a great bedtime read. The book has lessons to learn and is enjoyable for all ages.

"...It held the attention of all 5 of my kids--the story line, lyrical rhythm, and captivating pictures were perfect." Read more

"...They are fun to read. Lots of laughs. His favorite character is Marvin :-) I hope there are more Ricky books in the works!" Read more

"I love this series and all the books by mr jay. The kids love to read them over and over. I like that they have lessons to learn in each book...." Read more

"This was a great picture book with an engaging story. I loved the catchy rhymes and the uplifting tone of the book...." Read more

31 customers mention "Illustrations"31 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the illustrations in this book. They find the concept cute and the rhyming well done. The story is positive and engaging, with a subtle message presented in a fun way.

"...of all 5 of my kids--the story line, lyrical rhythm, and captivating pictures were perfect." Read more

"...The artwork is so cute and the prose begs to be read with much emotion. Both books have a valuable lesson. You won’t be disappointed." Read more

"...Both children love to find Bria the ladybug on the pages. The art work, story line and rhyming are perfect!..." Read more

"...But that’s a preference thing - the book is still beautifully illustrated!" Read more

29 customers mention "Rhyme quality"29 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the rhyming flow and lyrical rhythm of the book. They find the story compelling from beginning to end, with fun rhymes that never get old. The illustrations are cute, and the prose begs to be read with emotion.

"...It held the attention of all 5 of my kids--the story line, lyrical rhythm, and captivating pictures were perfect." Read more

"...The artwork is so cute and the prose begs to be read with much emotion. Both books have a valuable lesson. You won’t be disappointed." Read more

"...The art work, story line and rhyming are perfect! As is the lesson the book teaches that we all are important and have something to contribute...." Read more

"This was a great picture book with an engaging story. I loved the catchy rhymes and the uplifting tone of the book...." Read more

23 customers mention "Message"23 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's message. They find it easy for kids to understand, with cute illustrations and a subtle yet important message about teamwork and individual worth. The uplifting tone and catchy rhymes make it a fun read.

"Without being preachy this book shares an important message about teamwork and individual worth...." Read more

"...Both books have a valuable lesson. You won’t be disappointed." Read more

"Very cute book and sweet message! Kids constantly struggle with belonging and this book offers a beautiful message to drive that point...." Read more

"...I loved the catchy rhymes and the uplifting tone of the book. I found myself rooting for the characters throughout the story...." Read more

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Customers enjoy the book's message about diversity. They say it teaches to appreciate each individual's uniqueness and that everyone has something special to contribute. The book celebrates diversity, adventures, and friendships. Readers also mention that everyone has an important role to play and that there are lessons to learn in each book.

"...the lesson the book teaches that we all are important and have something to contribute. I can’t think of a thing that I don’t like about this book...." Read more

"...I like that they have lessons to learn in each book. The kids also recognize the references made in each book of the other books...." Read more

"...It helps kids understand about friendship and that everyone has something special to contribute...." Read more

"...Cute illustrations. Easy messages for kids to understand. It is ok to be different, everyone still contributes usually more than they realize!" Read more

9 customers mention "Story length"9 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the story's length. They find it compelling from beginning to end, with wonderful vocabulary and a great message about recognizing your strengths. The book is about friendship, adventure, and finding your special someone. Readers appreciate the suspense, inclusion, and happy ending.

"...It held the attention of all 5 of my kids--the story line, lyrical rhythm, and captivating pictures were perfect." Read more

"...The art work, story line and rhyming are perfect! As is the lesson the book teaches that we all are important and have something to contribute...." Read more

"...The story is OK. It is a typical story of some character feeling like he or she is not special and wishing to be someone else...." Read more

"...Told in brilliant rhyme, this story is compelling from beginning to end. Wonderful vocabulary. Perfect for the classroom as well as a child’s home...." Read more

5 customers mention "Creativity"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's creativity. They find it a unique, fun story with a great message that reminds kids they are all uniquely gifted. The author's creativity is appreciated and the book is described as an instant classic to this cute series.

"I love-love-love the creativity of this author! I love the rhymes- it never gets old. Recommended not only for children but also for adults...." Read more

"Jay Miletsky has done it again! Another instant classic to this super cute series!..." Read more

"...Reminds kids that they are all uniquely gifted! Excited to read the first book in this series now." Read more

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"...preachy this book shares an important message about teamwork and individual worth...." Read more

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  • Carla
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love it!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2020
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    Without being preachy this book shares an important message about teamwork and individual worth. I first downloaded it when it was free on Kindle, and I loved it so much that I had to get the hardcover version too. It held the attention of all 5 of my kids--the story line, lyrical rhythm, and captivating pictures were perfect.
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  • Jamie McTaggart
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love Ricky books !!!!
    Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2024
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    My grandson loves all of the Ricky the Rock books! They are fun to read. Lots of laughs. His favorite character is Marvin :-)
    I hope there are more Ricky books in the works!
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  • Willow
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another great book by Mr Jay
    Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2022
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    We love the books by our new favorite author, Mr Jay. When Tess the Tin Wanted to Rock arrived our 3 year old granddaughter clapped with glee! Ricky the Rock that Couldn’t Roll and Tess the Tin are her new favorite books. The artwork is so cute and the prose begs to be read with much emotion. Both books have a valuable lesson. You won’t be disappointed.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Tess saves the day!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2020
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    Two of my grandchildren, ages 4 and 3, love this book! I read it over FaceTime to my 4 year old grandson. Both children love to find Bria the ladybug on the pages. The art work, story line and rhyming are perfect! As is the lesson the book teaches that we all are important and have something to contribute. I can’t think of a thing that I don’t like about this book. For fun, I made a Tess for my 3 year old granddaughter to hold while we read. I would highly recommend this book!
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  • hanna
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love this book and the others too
    Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2023
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    I love this series and all the books by mr jay. The kids love to read them over and over. I like that they have lessons to learn in each book. The kids also recognize the references made in each book of the other books. Definitely one of the best series i found so far.
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  • Kids and mommy
    4.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful story and high quality book
    Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2020
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    Very cute book and sweet message! Kids constantly struggle with belonging and this book offers a beautiful message to drive that point. Also, the quality of this book is great - we genuinely love how the pages feel.

    The only reason this isn’t a 5 star for us is that we tend to gravitate toward bright, vibrant colors and the color palette of this book is pretty muted. But that’s a preference thing - the book is still beautifully illustrated!
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  • Birdie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Ricky the rock
    Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2025
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    Got a couple of these books for my granddaughter. She loves them. When we’re out walking now she’ll say “there’s a Ricky” makes my heart smile
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  • Jennifer Gladen
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great and Uplifting
    Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2020
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    This was a great picture book with an engaging story. I loved the catchy rhymes and the uplifting tone of the book. I found myself rooting for the characters throughout the story. And what an awesome message to share with children. Consider getting this book if you want a book that teaches children that every person is important and our differences are what makes us great!
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  • Bubba
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good Read for Youngsters
    Reviewed in Canada on September 8, 2021
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    This book came in very handy for my grandson who could not figure out why they were painting faces on rocks and stones when they were on vacation. When the family got home, my birthday gift (this book) for his baby sister, was read to them both. His Mother tells me that everything clicked for him while reading the book... The magic of a good story!
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  • Yvetta
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book for children
    Reviewed in France on January 29, 2020
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    It is a wonderful book written with craft and mastery that would keep children turning pages back and forth to enjoy looking at the Little Rock characters
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  • Dr. Jana Broecker
    5.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining and Well-Written
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 14, 2019
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    My sons (ages 3 and 7) and me enjoyed this book very much; so much actually that I had to read it 3x before bedtime. This book has everything a great picture book needs: i) relatable, interesting, and diverse characters; ii) a gripping plot with a clever, little twist; and iii) a satisfying solution. On top of that, it's simply a pleasure to read aloud, as the verses rhyme well and the meter flows beautifully. Little speech bubbles add an additional layer of humour. Also, particularly my youngest enjoyed pointing out all the ladybugs that are hidden throughout the pages. Finally, I'd like to emphasise that the story can be used to discuss topics such as: friendship, diversity and inclusion, or self-acceptance. Erin Wozniak did a truly stunning job in illustrating this book and in bringing Jay Miletzky's storyteller voice to life. Overall, I'd highly recommend this book.
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  • Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another amazing book!
    Reviewed in Germany on June 14, 2019
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    Another amazing book from this very talented author and a wonderful follow up to Ricky, the rock that couldn‘t roll.
    The rhymes are excellent and fun to read. The illustrations are cute. I‘m sure that my daughter will pick this book out again and again for our bedtime storytime.
    5 Stars! *****
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  • Abby Zaitzow
    5.0 out of 5 stars A sweet and fun read
    Reviewed in Canada on January 28, 2020
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    This sweet story of friendship and acceptance of our differences rolls off the tongue with its steady rhyming meter. The illustrations and simple and easy to follow. Would definitely recommend
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