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In this Caldecott Honor picture book, Charlotte Zolotow draws readers into a summer storm that sweeps across the countryside, the city, and the seashore. People and animals alike listen to the roar of thunder and the steady patter of rain, holding their breath as the storm passes. When it finally breaks, a surprising and special event is revealed, delighting both young readers and adults alike.
First publish date: 1952
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Charlotte Zolotow
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