Rain Boy
Rain Boy
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Rain Boy

Written by Dylan Glynn
Hardcover
$16.99
$15.97
3 - 5
Reading age
40
Page count
11
Words per page
570L
Lexile measure
Apr 21, 2020
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A heartfelt picture book about differences, acceptance, and loving yourself for who you are. Wherever he goes, Rain Boy brings wet–which means he’s not very popular. Sun Kidd brings sunshine everywhere she goes, so everyone loves her. Only Sun Kidd sees what’s special about Rain Boy. But when she invites him to her birthday party, disaster strikes, and Rain Boy storms. Now the world is nothing but rain. Will the other kids ever love Rain Boy for being himself? And. more importantly, can Rain Boy learn to love his rain? Debut author and illustrator Dylan Glynn’s colorful and evocative illustrations color this story with all the emotions of the rainbow in this universal story of reaching out to those who look different from you, making new friends, and learning to love yourself. - Important lessons on acceptance, bullying, self-reliance and empathy told in a beautifully illustrated, accessible story- A great read-aloud book for families of children struggling to fit in and find their self-confidence- Perfect book for educators, caregivers, and librarians to help with lessons on bullying, kindness, LGBQT themes, and friendship Fans of One, The Big Umbrella, and Be Kind will find Rain Boy’s striking artwork and positive message an important addition to their bookshelf. - Read-aloud books for kids age 3-5- #ownvoices- Kindness books for kids Dylan Glynn studied animation at Sheridan College in Oakville, Ontario, and La Poudrière in Valence, France. Dylan’s work has been recognized by and exhibited in Society of Illustrators, American Illustration, Somerset House, and the Canadian Screen Awards. He is based in Toronto.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9781452172804
    Publication Date
    April 21, 2020
    Publisher
    Chronicle Books
    Page Count
    40
    Words Per Page
    11
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    3 - 5 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2019008756
    Lexile® Level
    570L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~O
    ATOS® Book Level
    2.5
    Accelerated Reader® Points
    0.5
    Accelerated Reader Quiz
    508722
    Accelerated Reader Interest Level
    LG

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