Join the
Rocky Squad!
Join Rocky in adventures with his pals!
Coloring Books
Young readers, color-ers, and their trusted adults get simply pawsitive advice from Rocky: choose to be a good friend!
During quiet time or before bedtime, Rocky’s stories are adventures in how to be a good friend. Rocky encourages adults and kids to honestly talk about conflicts kids face every day. The color books are in English and Spanish at a 3rd-grade reading level or less and can be read in 90 seconds.
Download books to print at home below with a suggested $10 donation per book to support new Rocky adventures. Or, come to one of Maria’s Voice public events for your free copy…Rocky might be there, too!
Book 1
Join the Squad!
Book 2
Rocky, Beau & Leo Make New Friends
Book 3
Rocky Helps Beau
Book 4
A Visit from Misty, the Wonder Dog
Sponsor a New
Rocky Squad Book
Does your organization or family want to fund Rocky’s next new adventure? OR, Do you have a great idea about a new adventure for Rocky and his pals? If so, click then button below and fill out the form. Rocky will be in touch soon!
Who is Rocky?
Rocky Pew is the sweet, 100 pound black lab who inspires “The Rocky Squad”. Rocky is Maria’s real-life ‘fur baby’ who now lives with and is spoiled by Lissa and Bill. His energy and loving spirit bring healing to their lives. Sometimes called “Rockstar” or “You Little Rascal”, Rocky stays close to those he loves, including all the kids he meets and kisses at events. His wise and gentle personality teaches kids about friendship, love, healthy relationships, and being good to others.
What is The Rocky Squad?
Maria's Voice created “The Rocky Squad” a coloring book series, to discuss topics like jealousy, isolation, and bullying. Rocky urges his pals to talk over conflicts with a trusted adult, teacher or friend. The books, in Spanish and English, are given away free of charge at community events. While kids learn about choosing good behaviors, adults learn about what to say to kids who may need their guidance. Families are encouraged to read the books together, making it a fun and natural way for everyone to learn about healthy relationships.
Rocky Squad Artist
Taylor Zerull
Rocky & Taylor—a match made in color book heaven! Contact Taylor if YOU have a project that needs a talented artist!
Rocky Squad Author
Lissa Weimelt
Lissa always wanted to write a book… she didn’t think it would be award-winning color books! Lissa shows kids that talking to someone they trust helps resolve everyday conflicts, leading to more positive friendships. Guiding Lissa are words Maria said about Rocky, “Mom, I am raising a lover.” Lissa bases each Rocky adventure on abusive behavior, with Rocky modeling positive behavioral choices instead. His mama would be so proud of him.
The Rocky Squad
Wins Awards!
2024 Purple Ribbon Award
Outstanding Youth Initiative of the Year.
Awarded from Domestic Shelters.org
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