Why Does It Rain?

This engaging weather book uses the beloved Very Hungry Caterpillar to guide young readers through the science of precipitation. Eric Carle's signature collage illustrations bring the water cycle to vibrant life, showing how rain forms and falls from the clouds. The simple, clear text makes complex meteorological concepts accessible to early elementary students just beginning to explore nonfiction. Children will discover what rain is and why it's essential to our world in this beautifully illustrated science book.

What sets this apart is how it balances factual information with the comforting familiarity of Carle's iconic artistic style. The book transforms a common childhood question into an opportunity for scientific discovery, making it ideal for curious kindergarteners and early readers fascinated by weather patterns. Parents will appreciate how it encourages observation of the natural world while building foundational earth science knowledge. Young meteorologists will finish this book looking at rainy days with new wonder and understanding.