The Way the Storm Stops

by Michelle Meadows, Rosanne Litzinger (Illustrator)

A gentle story that turns a booming thunderstorm into a soothing lullaby

"Pitter, pitter
Plam, plam
On my windowpane-
Hiss, hiss
Tatter, tatter
Falls the pounding rain"

Thunderstorms make the most exciting sounds, though they can sometimes be a little scary, especially for small children. Mommies also make wonderful sounds, but they are warm and safe and the best comfort of all at the end of a blustery day.

This lyrical, rhythmic bedtime story takes the fear out of the unexpected and provides a reassuring antidote for children. A wonderful read-aloud that preschoolers will enjoy.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens

32 pages, Hardcover

First published October 1, 2003

About the author

Michelle Meadows is the author of many acclaimed books for children, including MOON GIRL AND DEVIL DINOSAUR: One Girl Can Make a Difference, MAXIE WIZ AND HER DRAGON, HOW TO LOVE A PONY, FLYING HIGH: The Story of Gymnastics Champion Simone Biles and BRAVE BALLERINA: The Story of Janet Collins. Michelle also contributed research and writing to BLACK BALLERINAS: My Journey to Our Legacy by Misty Copeland. Michelle graduated from Syracuse University with a dual degree in journalism and literature. She is represented by literary agent Rosemary Stimola of the Stimola Literary Studio. Michelle grew up in Washington D.C. and now lives near the beach in Delaware with her husband.

Website: www.michellemeadows.com

Reviews

[Samantha · Rating 5 out of 5]

A rhythmic read aloud about the many sounds (most of them frightening) that a storm makes. Ends happily with a mother's comforting touch.

Delicious text is paired with watercolor, gouache, and colored pencil illustrations. PreK-2.

[Tia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lots of fun storm noises in this one. Also a nice mommy-child bonding book.

[Aspasia · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book reminds of me Florida thunderstorms.