The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors by Drew Daywalt tells the story of Rock, Paper, and Scissors. Rock was the strongest warrior in his land, but could not find a worthy opponent. He was unsatisfied. Paper was the smartest warrior in his land, but he also was unable to find an opponent to defeat him. He was depressed. Scissors was the fastest warrior. She was unchallenged, having not found an opponent who could fairly battle her. All three left their homes in search of a challenge. One day, they came across one another.
So, the battles began. Scissors was overjoyed to have Rock overpower her. Rock was so pleased to have finally lost a battle to Paper. Paper was beaming to have been cut by Scissors. They continued to battle, leading children everywhere to honor them in daily challenges of Rock, Paper, Scissors!
This book creates a hilarious backstory to an age-old game. Rock, Paper, and Scissors have a common problem. They can find no one to defeat them. However, they have different strengths. As last week's book This Is How We Do It also discusses differences and similarities, this story demonstrates it is ok to be yourself and always seek a challenge!
