Rain

Written and illustrated by Manya Stojic

Animals sense the coming rain, bringing life to the savanna before the sun returns.

3.8 Goodreads · 447 ratings

32 pages· 318 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud· AD360L

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Bookroo's summary

In the African savanna, animals eagerly await the rain. Each creature senses the storm differently: porcupines smell it, zebras see it, baboons hear it, rhinos feel it, and lions taste it. As rain transforms the parched land into a lush paradise, the animals revel in the abundance of green leaves and fresh water. But the sun soon reclaims its dominance, leaving them to anticipate the next life-giving storm. This vibrant tale captures the cycle of nature and the animals' enduring hope.

From the publisher

When rain comes to the parched African savanna, the animals use all their senses to track the storm. The porcupine smells rain in the air. The zebras see lightning. The baboons hear thunder. The rhino feels the first drops. And the lion tastes the cool water. For a time, the grasslands abound with new green leaves, juicy fruits, and fresh pools of water. But soon the hot sun dries out the land, and the animals must again wait for the next big rain.

Manya Stojic’s picture book debut is as satisfying and refreshing as the rain she describes. With paintings that are exuberant and saturated with color and a simple text that rolls off the tongue with pleasure and ease, here is a book parents and teachers will enjoy sharing again and again.