Just a Thunderstorm
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2001

Just a Thunderstorm

Written by Gina Mayer and Mercer Mayer

Part of the Little Critter series

A stormy night brings comfort and wisdom to Little Critter and his sister.

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As a thunderstorm rages outside, Little Critter and his sister find solace in their parents' comforting presence. With a candlelit dinner and tales of rainbows, Mom and Dad transform fear into wonder. Can the storm's roar be tamed by love and understanding? Discover how a family weathers the storm together.

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During a big thunderstorm, Mom and Dad find lots of ways to comfort Little Critter and his sister. Mom makes a fun dinner and Dad lights the candles as they both share their wisdom about thunder, lightning – and rainbows!

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
24
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
Books about animalsBooks about feelings and emotionsBooks about monstersBooks about familyBooks about storms
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Book details

Publication
Published
June 10, 2003
First published
January 1, 2001
Publisher
Golden Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780375826337

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