Ohio Thunder

by National Geographic Learning, Kate Kiesler (Illustrations)

Vivid paintings bring to life a dramatic storm as it rips through a peaceful Midwestern farm.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens

32 pages, Hardcover

First published May 15, 2006

Reviews

[Lauren Brown · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a stunning book that is both entertaining to read and beautiful to look at. It is set in Ohio, which is a close reality for the children who I will be teaching. The text is rhyming using very descriptive words.

[Jill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Summary:
Thunderstorms are a part of life in the Midwest. The book describes the thunderstorm from a person who lives there.

Reflection:
Great rhyming. The illustrations make this book so much more powerful.

Theme: poetry, thunderstorms, Midwest, weather

[Alicia · Rating 4 out of 5]

I've always loved watching thunderstorms, and this book really described not only the storm itself but the feeling of someone watching Mother Nature show her stuff. The rhyme was very smooth and natural, making it an easy choice for younger readers.

[Jessica Hancock · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love the quality of the pictures and writing in the book. It would be useful to start a science lesson about thunderstorms. It could even be useful to read during a storm to help if young kids are scared.

[Bonnie · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great read aloud book with stunning illustrations. This book almost puts the reader in the middle of a thunderstorms, and is a great book for helping children become a little less afraid of thunderstorms.

[Amber Cooper · Rating 4 out of 5]

Amazing painted illustrations and story that depict the darkened skies of an upcoming storm! This book can be great for in the classroom (text to subject) connections for science, weather..etc. Moderate vocabulary and reading for younger elementary.

[Marcia First · Rating 3 out of 5]

Genre: Poetry

The book is beautifully illustrated and in beautiful language describes the wonder of lightening storms in the midwest. The book is written in verse

[Noelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

The boys love this one! Second time getting it from the library so I think it's time to make a purchase soon.

[Lauri Meyers · Rating 4 out of 5]

Now that's how you tell a story through rhyme! I love a good thunderstorm especially in my home state of Ohio. Great common core tie in on weather and rhyme.

[GS Dachslove · Rating 4 out of 5]

Electricity theme

Poetic, building of a storm to after a storm.

[John · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love the descriptions of American Midwestern weather on a typical summer afternoon. Powerful nostalgic writing. Ohio Thunder is a true story.

[Karen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Awesome example of descriptive writing for the classroom!

[Mary Anne · Rating 4 out of 5]

A simple poem and beautiful illustrations of a farm and an approaching storm.