--- product_id: 66128847 title: "Ricky, the Rock that Couldn't Roll" price: "E£ 2448" currency: EGP in_stock: true reviews_count: 12 url: https://www.desertcart.com.eg/products/66128847-ricky-the-rock-that-couldnt-roll store_origin: EG region: Egypt --- # Ricky, the Rock that Couldn't Roll **Price:** E£ 2448 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Ricky, the Rock that Couldn't Roll - **How much does it cost?** E£ 2448 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.eg](https://www.desertcart.com.eg/products/66128847-ricky-the-rock-that-couldnt-roll) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The original, best-selling "Rock" book keeps on rolling, now celebrating its 5th anniversary! This modern-day classic follows 14 lovable rocks (and one wise little ladybug) on a heartwarming and hilarious journey, universally loved by children, parents and teachers alike. From zippy little pebbles to big strong boulders, the rock friends get together to play and roll around their favorite hill, only to find that one of their friends, Ricky, can't roll with them. Unlike all of the other rocks, who are all round, Ricky can't roll because he's flat on one side. Determined not to leave their friend behind, the rocks set out to help Ricky roll - one way or another. When the last knot was tied, and the work was all done, the only step left was for Rick to have fun. They stood back and watched, feeling nervous and tense, as Rick breathed in deep, with increasing suspense. He moved slowly at first, testing out his new mold, and then, for the first time...Ricky the rock rolled! This sweet, imaginative picture book, written in verse, brings a fresh set of characters to life in a story that highlights perseverance and triumph in the face of adversity, and the power of true friendship, combining the spirit of The Giving Tree with the rhyme and rhythm of Dr. Seuss. Targeted for children ages 3-11, this is the first of a series of books featuring the "You Rock Group" that kids are sure to cherish as they grow, and learn from through empowering, motivating and fun-to-read stories. Kids ages: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 Review: These Ricky the Rock books are so adorable and fun - I am so glad I found this book series! The stories are so cute and entertaining, the illustrations are EXCELLENT and the storylines also teach important things about life like being different, friendship, how to treat people…..my toddler grandbaby loves to read these books, and we made a whole fun project out of them because she loves collecting rocks so now we’ve decorated some of her rocks and named them after the characters in the books! I bought them all and there’s another one I pre-ordered. If you have a little one who loves to read-check out this series. There are also a number of YouTube videos of people reading the books aloud which is fun too! Review: Truly a cool story! - Excellent book! For children, adults and especially for everyone named RICKY. Shipping excellent having no issues at all. Fair priced. Light witted, a cool story. I loved the surprise ending. And a universal message. Looking to give as a present to a friend’s son, age 23. And keeping a copy. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #1,745 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #2 in Geology (Books) #4 in Children's Rock & Mineral Books #36 in Stories in Verse | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 4,182 Reviews | ## Images ![Ricky, the Rock that Couldn't Roll - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71LClEM25lL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Media Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ These Ricky the Rock books are so adorable and fun *by K***N on March 8, 2026* I am so glad I found this book series! The stories are so cute and entertaining, the illustrations are EXCELLENT and the storylines also teach important things about life like being different, friendship, how to treat people…..my toddler grandbaby loves to read these books, and we made a whole fun project out of them because she loves collecting rocks so now we’ve decorated some of her rocks and named them after the characters in the books! I bought them all and there’s another one I pre-ordered. If you have a little one who loves to read-check out this series. There are also a number of YouTube videos of people reading the books aloud which is fun too! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Truly a cool story! *by V***T on August 2, 2026* Excellent book! For children, adults and especially for everyone named RICKY. Shipping excellent having no issues at all. Fair priced. Light witted, a cool story. I loved the surprise ending. And a universal message. Looking to give as a present to a friend’s son, age 23. And keeping a copy. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This book is great for any kid who needs a boost of determination, motivation, and empowerment *by M***. on January 23, 2018* Cover: This cover is simple done right. I was privileged to watch this book as it moved through the development process, and it's amazing to see the final product. The key characters take center stage - full of expression - giving buyers a clear idea of what the story is about. This is harder to accomplish than you might expect, and the illustrator/designer pulled it off very well. The title font choice is excellent, and LARGE enough! Illustrations: The artist made some very creative choices in illustrating this book. Rather than sticking to the standard mediums, she incorporated various crinkled paper textures. Each rock character has a different texture/color of crinkled paper. It even looks like she may have used a fine grit sandpaper in some cases. This technique is downright brilliant, and it brings the entire story to life. There's not a whole lot of color on each page otherwise - the scenery is simple line art - but this approach delivers an almost tactile experience. Of course, I haven't even touched on the fabulous characters. Each rock is unique and adorable, packed with personality, and wildly expressive. I flipped through this book (looking at the pictures) half a dozen times before I even read the text! Story: That's not to say the story isn't great all on its own - because it really is. It's a rhyming book, but very well written. The meter is excellent, rhymes are on point: "Kai was a meteorite and not from this planet and Maya was lava but taken for granite." And whaddaya know? There's a lesson here too. But it's communicated wonderfully, without feeling forced or "teachy." This book is great for any kid who needs a boost of determination, motivation, and empowerment: "... there's always a way if there's also a will." ## Frequently Bought Together - Ricky, the Rock That Couldn't Roll (You Rock Group) - The Day the Crayons Quit - Grumpy Monkey --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.eg/products/66128847-ricky-the-rock-that-couldnt-roll](https://www.desertcart.com.eg/products/66128847-ricky-the-rock-that-couldnt-roll) --- *Product available on Desertcart Egypt* *Store origin: EG* *Last updated: 2026-10-08*