Book Review: Rain by Manya Stojic
Updated: Oct 9
Rain by Manya Stojic is a gorgeous picture book about animals on the African savanna who use their senses to know that rain is coming. It's a beautiful way to show kids that animals use their senses, just like we do.
What it's about
The land is hot and dry. One by one, the animals notice clues that rain is on its way. They smell it, see the lightning, hear the thunder and feel the first drops. When the rain finally comes, everything turns green and the animals enjoy it, until the land slowly dries again.
Why we like it
The paintings are big, bold and full of color, and the simple text is easy to follow. The story ties together everything we did this week, because each animal uses a different sense to find a clue.
How to read it with your little one
On each page, ask, "Which sense is this animal using?"
Make the sounds of the storm together: pitter-patter rain and big rumbling thunder.
Next time it rains, go to the window and use your senses: What can you smell, see and hear?
Good to know
Best for: ages 2–6
Read time: about 5 minutes
Pairs with: Thursday's Our Senses Give Us Clues lesson
Get the book:Get it on Amazon · It's also easy to find at your local library.
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More for this week: see all our Five Senses activities, Letter D activities and Number 4 activities.
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