Synopses & Reviews
Even when itand#8217;s pouring rain, Malcolm canand#8217;t bring himself to stay inside. He puts on his red boots and his red coat, pulls on his goggles, and heads out for an adventure. He splashes around the yard, jumps in puddles, and gets tickled by worms. But when Malcolmand#8217;s done playing he runs right through the mud and right through the sandand#151;and right through the house! Momand#8217;s not impressed. How is this silly boy going to fix his mess?
Rich Farrand#8217;s energetic illustrations add the perfect touch of whimsy to Paige Feurerand#8217;s simple yet lively text. And Then It Rained on Malcolm is the perfect read-aloud book for even the squirmiest kids and is sure to get everyone giggling over Malcolmand#8217;s silly antics and his clever thinking. Enthusiastic lovers of Malcolmand#8217;s adventure might plead for permission to go outside the next time it rainsand#151;and even if they race through the house with muddy boots and dripping raincoats afterwards theyand#8217;ll know how to clean up the mess!
About the Author
Paige Feurer is a child psychologist and former teacher. While studying in Vancouver, Canada and Lancaster, England she learned that a little rain shouldnand#8217;t stop you from playing. Paige lives with her husband and two daughters and makes the most of all rain showers that come her way in Calgary, Canada.
Rich Farr is an award-winning illustrator and graphic designer, creating art for adults and children alike. Recently leaving the rain of Victoria, Canada behind he now lives with his wife, two sons, and anxious dog. Whenever possible, Rich makes messes, stomps in puddles, and plays in the mud in Calgary, Canada.