I Like the Rain
Written by Sarah Nelson
Illustrated by Rachel Oldfield
Lyrical, rhyming text and playful, hand-painted illustrations invite young readers to share in the rhythm of the rushing rain. Includes educational STEM endmatter about rain and how it helps humans and the earth.
Key Points:
WEATHER: Invites readers to focus on the multi-sensory experience of one weather element: rain.
APPEALING NONFICTION: Lyrical rhyming text and inviting illustrations draw children into this beautiful nonfiction title.
STEM: Includes educational STEM endmatter about what rain is, where it comes from and how it helps people and the planet.
Product Dimensions: 7.87 x 7.87 inches
Page Count: 24 pages
Age Range: Ages 3-7 years
AWARDS & ACCOLADES
“Children can expand on the ideas in this slight celebration of weather; strong backmatter will answer their questions” – Kirkus Reviews
ABOUT THE CONTRIBUTORS
Written by - Sarah Nelson
Sarah Nelson is a picture-book writer with a rich, lyrical style. When she is not writing, she teaches English to adult immigrants and refugees. Sarah is based in Minnesota, USA.
Illustrated by - Rachel Oldfield
Rachel Oldfield studied illustration at Brighton University and is now an illustrator and muralist. She has traveled to Thailand and South America painting and sketching and has initiated a school mural project in southern India. She now lives with her two sons in Gloucestershire, England.
Format - Hardcover