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Storm
A storm is brewing. From the first puff of wind to a howling gale, this beautiful non-fiction picture book offers a deeply researched exploration of the effects of wind and weather, from CBCA award-winning creators Claire Saxby and Jess Racklyeft.
It begins with a puff. Then another. A flutter, a ripple, a shiver show where the breeze blows. Tiny water drops join and grow until they are too heavy to stay aloft. Lightning cracks and thunder bellows. The storm is here.
An evocative exploration of the birth of a thunderstorm and the effects of wind and weather on the natural environment. In the vein of Iceberg, Tree and Volcano - combining deep scientific research, lyrical language and stunning illustrations - Storm is the next exploration of the natural world from the CBCA award-winning team of Claire Saxby and Jess Racklyeft.
Perfect
- Anyone who's ever wondered how a storm forms
- Schools looking for engaging illustrated non-fiction
- Parents of children who love weather, science and the natural world.
It begins with a puff. Then another. A flutter, a ripple, a shiver show where the breeze blows. Tiny water drops join and grow until they are too heavy to stay aloft. Lightning cracks and thunder bellows. The storm is here.
An evocative exploration of the birth of a thunderstorm and the effects of wind and weather on the natural environment. In the vein of Iceberg, Tree and Volcano - combining deep scientific research, lyrical language and stunning illustrations - Storm is the next exploration of the natural world from the CBCA award-winning team of Claire Saxby and Jess Racklyeft.
Perfect
- Anyone who's ever wondered how a storm forms
- Schools looking for engaging illustrated non-fiction
- Parents of children who love weather, science and the natural world.
34 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 31, 2026
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Claire Saxby
76 books30 followersAn Australian writer of fiction, non fiction and poetry for children
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March 25, 2026
This is a beautifully illustrated children’s book that captures both the power of nature and the resilience of it. The artwork is a real highlight, especially the striking fold-out page that brings the storm to life in an interactive sense.
With a gentle and thoughtful approach, the story introduces themes of climate change and rising sea levels without overwhelming young readers. Instead, it leaves them with a sense of hope, showing that even in the face of change, life continues and adapts.
A lovely, meaningful read that balances important messages with warmth and optimism.
With a gentle and thoughtful approach, the story introduces themes of climate change and rising sea levels without overwhelming young readers. Instead, it leaves them with a sense of hope, showing that even in the face of change, life continues and adapts.
A lovely, meaningful read that balances important messages with warmth and optimism.
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