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Hesse, Karen

Come On, Rain!

32 pp. | Scholastic | March, 1999 | Trade ISBN 0-590-33125-6 $$15.95

(2) K-3 Illustrated by Jon J Muth. Hesse explores the anticipation and joy of a summer storm following weeks without rain in an urban neighborhood. In their bathing suits, four friends stand outside as the rain descends, and their infectious joy quickly spreads to their mothers, who come out and dance with their daughters. Beautifully drafted watercolor paintings illustrate the lyrical text, creating a wonderful sense of atmosphere.

Reviewer: Leo Landry | Horn Book Magazine Issue: July, 1999