Hello, Rain!

A glorious celebration of all the reasons to love the rain!Internationally acclaimed writer Kyo Maclear has partnered with printmaker Chris Turnham to create a colorful and lively celebration of rain. Flowers bloom in the garden. Umbrellas bloom on the streets. There are puddles for jumping and, later, a cozy home for hot chocolate and books. There's so much to love about the rain!• CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED Kyo Maclear is an essayist and novelist who has written more than a dozen books for children.• GORGEOUS Chris Turnham's print-making expertise—especially his masterful use of color and texture—spills over into the stunning images throughout this book.• TALENTED Publisher's Weekly said Kyo and Chris's debut book The Wish Tree "hums with understated everyday magic," while School Library Connection said it was a "warm and magical tale of friendship and the intrinsic beauty of nature."• CELEBRATES Whether you love rain or sun, whether you are out-and-about or stuck inside, this book is a great reminder of the natural beauty all around us.• PERFECT FOR HOME OR This book is an ideal fit for a cozy family read at home or school story time reading tied to curriculum about the weather or the seasons.• A BOOK TO COME BACK Children will return to this book again and again to discover new details.Perfect • Parents, caregivers, and grandparents• Teachers and librarians• Nature-lovers• Those who love the rain or anyone living in rainy regions!