Del Norte Public Library

Illustrations and simple text explain what rain is, how it is used by plants, birds, and people, and the importance of clean water.

"Is it possible we've misunderstood crying all along? That's the discovery one big sister sets out to share with her little brother as they walk to school and get caught in a storm. Along the way they explore sadness, loneliness, fear, frustration, anger and more, through gentle metaphor. Their journey examines our tears revealing how they begin, why they happen, and what to do with them. Throughout the book, the message received is that we are safe...

Simple text and photographs introduce beginning readers to the characteristics of rain.

There has been little rainfall, and the land is dry. A drought has developed. Rivers and lakes dry up. Crops are ruined from lack of water. Learn ways to use less water and how to save the little water that you do have.

Explains how the water cycle leads to different types of weather patterns.

Brief text and illustrations describe a rainstorm.

Simple text and experiments illustrate why it rains, how clouds and rainbows form, and why lightening and thunder occurs.

"A little girl steps out into her rainy yard in search of her missing kitten. She discovers a series of charming garden denizens on the way to finding Kitty. After celebrating the glories of a rainy day, the book ends with a heartwarming reunion between girl and cat"--

This book explains why it rains, what happens when there is too much or too little rainfall, and how rainwater is collected.

"Lakes evaporate. Clouds form from condensation. Rain falls and fills rivers and lakes. Soak up facts about the water cycle and why we need to keep water clean. Download the Capstone 4D app to access a variety of bonus content"--