Free Spirit Publishing 9798885548496 Pub Date: 11/24/2026 $9.99 Board Book 24 Pages Full-color Carton Qty: 54 Ages 1 to 4, Grades P to P Juvenile Fiction / Diversity & Multicultural JUV074000 Series: Outside Our Window Board Books Rain Falls Mélina Mangal, Stella Lim Key Selling Points Invites children to imagine moving and playing in the rain Focuses on the sense of touch and how rain transforms textures Includes activities to engage children in celebrating all that rain does Features children of color in an urban setting, making nature accessible to all Incorporates cultural elements that will resonate with Black readers Rain Falls board book follows Kamali and Josiah exploring rain, nature, and change —perfect for toddlers learning about weather, community, and discovery. Summary Join cousins Kamali and Josiah in exploring the sensations of walking in the rain. In Rain Falls, two young children, guided by an adult, take an autumn walk through a city neighborhood, splashing in puddles and squishing through mud. They notice how the rain changes everything around them—the ground is soaked, the leaves are soggy, and raindrops dance all around. But rain doesn’t last forever. When the sun begins to peek out from behind the clouds, they enjoy feeling the warm sunshine on their smiling faces. Rain brings rainbows and makes the world sparkle and shine. Rain Falls: Nurtures Early Learning Skills: From raindrops to the sun peeking out from behind the clouds, children learn about the changes in weather and nature, and how rain comes and goes. Relatable Language for Little Learners: Simple text and vivid illustrations are used throughout the toddler book to help little ones connect to nature in a fun and easy-to-understand way. Includes Helpful Tips for Parents & Caregivers: This children's book features additional guidance and engaging toddler activities to help children learn more about how rain transforms their own neighborhoods. Outside Our Window Board Books Series: This book is part of the Outside Our Window Board Books series, which encourages children—especially those in urban environments—to explore, protect, and delight in nature. Each book in the series focuses on one feature of the natural world (like rain), one sense (touch), and one communication or relationship skill (change and flexibility). The books emphasize community and encourage children and families to explore the natural world around them. Contributor Bio Working at the intersection of nature, literature, and culture, Mélina Mangal's writing highlights youth whose voices are rarely heard, and the people and places that inspire them to explore their world. Her books from Free Spirit include Jayden's Impossible Garden, Jayden's Secret Ingredient, and the Outside Our Window Board Books series. She is also the author of short stories and biographies for youth, including The Vast Wonder of the World: Biologist Ernest Everett Just. She won the Carter G. Woodson Book Award and was named an NCSS/CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People. Mélina also works as a school library teacher in Minnesota and enjoys spending time outdoors with her family, whether it's in her backyard or hiking in the woods. Stella Lim is a Korean illustrator based in Seoul. She studied fine art at the Seoul Women's University and illustration at Kingston University in London. She draws inspiration from her childhood in rural South Korea, and likes to bring something new TCM FSP Shell and CUB 2026 Titles
