

At the first sight of a grey cloud, she collects her friends to rejoice in the summer storm. On a dry, scorching summer day, a little girl yearns for the clouds to open up and let the rain come pouring down. The boy exhibits several helpful coping techniques while a thorough author’s note provides additional tips for parents.Ĭome On, Rainby Karen Hesse illustrated by Jon J. The gentle rhymes and adorable illustrations add to the comforting tone of the story. When a child is awakened by a loud storm, he quells his own fear by helping reassure his stuffed animal friends. During a chance encounter, the boy shares a random act of kindness with the man, demonstrating that even the grumpiest of frowns can be turned upside down when compassion is involved.īooma Booma Boomby Gail Silver illustrated by Lisa Fields The exuberant boy revels in the drizzle while the grouchy man despises it.

This clever story follows a young boy and older man who have two very different reactions to rain. Rain by Linda Ashman illustrated by Christian Robinson We’ve put together a list of books that celebrate these small delights, teaching children how to find brightness even on the gloomiest of days. From splashing in puddles to relishing in quiet moments indoors, there is so much joy to be found in rainy days.
