Rain
Weather Series
on Goodreads (12)
What’s inside...
Informative yet simple, this series introduces the concept of weather to inquisitive young readers. Big text and simple sentences combine with vibrant photographs to entertain and inform. Readers will learn about how rain is made and why it and the water cycle are so important to life on Earth. This title is informative yet simple. Big text and simple sentences combined with vibrant photographs will entertain readers, teach them scientific facts, and strengthen their reading skills. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-7
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What did you notice about the different ways rain was described in the book?
How do you think the world changes when it rains, and why is rain important for plants and animals?
Can you think of a time when you were caught in the rain? How did it make you feel?
What would you do on a rainy day to have fun, just like in the story?
Why do you think the author chose to write a book about rain?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine and describe their perfect rainy day, drawing parallels with the book.
Use a calm and curious tone to invite your child to share their own experiences and feelings about rain.
Relate the book’s description of rain to real-life weather events that your child has experienced to deepen their connection.
Ask your child to draw a scene inspired by their favorite part of the book, using the conversation to discuss the importance of rain in our environment.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Embracing change
Explanation: In 'Rain', the story illustrates how the changing weather impacts the environment and the characters' activities, teaching children to adapt and find joy in new experiences.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to be flexible and positive when unexpected changes occur in their routines or environments, such as a sudden weather change or a new school activity.
Example Lesson: The water cycle and its importance
Explanation: The book explores how rain forms part of the water cycle and contributes to nurturing the earth, helping children understand natural processes and the importance of water in sustaining life.
Real-World Application: This lesson can encourage children to be more conscious about water usage and inspire interest in science and nature studies.
Example Lesson: Understanding and expressing emotions
Explanation: As characters in the book react differently to the rainy weather, it reflects various emotional responses to the same situation, teaching children that it's okay to have different feelings.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to identify, express, and manage their emotions even in situations they cannot control, such as bad weather.
Example Lesson: Creativity and play
Explanation: The story encourages finding creative ways to play and have fun even on rainy days, showing that a change in environment can lead to new types of play and imagination.
Real-World Application: Children can be inspired to use their creativity to adapt their play to different situations, which can enhance problem-solving skills and adaptability.