The Meteorologist In Me

by Brittney Shipp, Robin Boyer (Illustrator)

Brittney Shipp is a nationally recognized, Emmy nominated TV Meteorologist from Los Angeles, California. Have you ever had a dream you thought was too big to share-boldly? Well, this book is for you! The Meteorologist In Me is an inspirational tale about a little girl named Summer with a big dream- to become a TV Meteorologist. She loves sharing weather facts with her family and friends and wonders why everyone laughs at the thought of her on T.V. Join Summer's journey as she overcomes her fears, conquers her doubts and gains the courage to reach for her dreams. The Meteorologist In Me encourages us to remember, we can do anything we put our minds to - no matter what!

26 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 20, 2016

Reviews

[Kaylee Tye · Rating 5 out of 5]

This a great book for teachers to use to teach students about confidence in pursing their dreams. Even when other people don't believe in you for any number of reasons. The story is a real-life example of Brittney Shipp who became a meteorologist.

[Zandie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Empowering book

I enjoyed reading this book with my little girl. It has a great lesson for children whether boys or girls. I highly recommend it if you want to encourage your child to be what ever they put their mi d to.

[Tanisha Jean · Rating 5 out of 5]

Title (italicize): The Meteorologist in Me
Author: Brittney Shipp
Illustrator (if separate from author): Robin Boyer
Genre: Children’s Literature, Children’s Picturebook
Theme(s): Weather
Opening line/sentence (type directly from text): “ Summmmmmer, Summer… Time to come inside…”
Brief Book Summary (2-3 sentences in your own words):
Response to Two Professional Reviews (3-4 sentences in your own words): I could not find any reviews on this book.
Tell Me Framework (4 sentences in your own words):
Like(s): The illustration is very beautiful. This book is also inspiring for young girls, especially those of color to know that they can become whatever they want to be when they are older without feel discourage.
Dislike(s): N/A
Patterns(s): Italics are Summer’s thoughts. Epilepsy is used a lot.
Puzzle(s): N/A
Consideration of Instructional Application (3-4 sentences in your own words) Teachers can take students outside weekly and have them report the weather as if they’re the weathermen or weatherwomen. The teacher can have a logbook for each student with their names written on it. Then will have the student draw a picture of the current weather of their location and the name.

[Rachael Burch · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Meteorologist in Me by Brittney Shipp portrays a young girl’s, Summer, desire to become a meteorologist despite sibling and peer doubts. As such, local meteorologist April Showers takes her under her wing to foster confidence in herself. This story not only encourages individuals to pursue their dreams regardless of other’s opinions, but also introduces the reader to weather and a meteorologist’s role. The author cleverly named each character something related to weather such as Sunny and Monsoon. I additionally appreciated the author’s inclusion of weather facts containing specific weather-related information relevant to the story on various pages. This book would certainly pique my interest in learning more about weather and the environment, if I was not already captivated by it.

[Tori Hodge · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is about a young girl who has a dream of becoming a meteorologist when she grows up after learning about and watching the weather every day. Nearly everyone doubts her until one day she meets the meteorologist she watches on the news every day and she asks her to do the weather with her that evening. I could use this book in many ways. I could use it to introduce weather and what is meteorology. I could use it to introduce careers and we could hold a career day where everyone comes and gets to act out what they want to be when they grow up and share about their career. I could also use it as an SEL book to chase your dreams and goals even if people doubt you.

[Gia · Rating 5 out of 5]

"The Meteorologist in Me" is a beautiful, fun exploration of weather through a child's eyes. The charming illustrations make complex concepts accessible and fun. It inspires young readers to embrace science and wonder about the world around them. A perfect blend of education and entertainment, this book is sure to spark a passion for meteorology in budding scientists! Plus, YOUNG BLACK KIDS IN STEM! I don't see this too often and this representation means the world to me and will surely mean that to Black children around the world.

[Luz · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a book about a little girl with the dream of becoming a meteorologist. Everyone including her own brothers would tell her that it was not going to be possible, but she didn't let anyone stop her from dreaming and after a special visit at her school she knew if she worked hard one day her dream will be true and she can be a meteorologist.

[LaSheba Baker · Rating 5 out of 5]

Super cute! Summer dreams of being a meteorologist, but naysayers make her doubt this goal. Will she hold on to her dream?

This book has a good storyline, cute illustrations, and weather fun facts. And it was written by an actual meteorologist! 👸🏾🌤☔💕

[Alexis Munoz · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an inspirational story about a little girl named Summer who has a big dream of becoming a TV Meteorologist. Super great story and illustrations are great too.

[Danielle Yarbrough · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a cute & educational book that all kids should read. I love the weather facts sprinkled throughout the book. The over all them of the book was lovely!!!