Meet the Weather
by Caryl Hart, illustrated by Bethan Woollvin
Interest age: 4 to 5
Published by Bloomsbury, 2023
About this book
A little girl and her dog soar through the air in a magical hot air balloon, learning about the weather of our planet. Together, we are introduced to clouds, wind, tornadoes, thunder and lightning, fog and snow, sunshine and rain and – finally – a beautiful rainbow.
The jaunty text is great fun to read aloud, and the rhythm pulls you through to the rhyme every other line. The weather is personified, describing itself in a friendly way, perfectly pitched at the child aged 3 and above. Plus there are lots of interesting words to discuss, like ‘gusting’, ‘crackling’ and ‘clammy’.
Bethan Woollvin’s vibrant illustrations are full of energy, and packed with details to spot, such as animals and birds interacting in the scene. The final spread has a summary of the weather discussed, which leaves the reader with a sense of excitement for whatever the day will bring. This makes STEM learning super-fun – useful in nurseries and Reception classes alike.
About the author
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