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Home in the Rain

By Bob Graham
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Home in the Rain by Bob Graham is a children's book that captures a family's journey during a rainy drive home. The story highlights the tender moments shared between mother and child as they navigate the storm, finding warmth and comfort amidst the grey weather. A touching tale of love and anticipation, it beautifully illustrates the significance of small moments and connections.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate stories that capture the warmth of family connections and everyday moments. It beautifully depicts a rainy car journey where a mother and daughter share conversations and anticipation, showcasing the magic found in simple events. This delightful children's book with charming illustrations by Bob Graham offers a comforting and heartwarming read for both kids and parents.

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The extraordinary touches a seemingly ordinary moment of family life, in this tender, heart-warming story.

“A remarkable story … young and old readers will be spellbound throughout this torrential tale” Observer

The Winner of the Australian Prime Minister's Literary Award 2017

Home in the Rain follows Francie and her mum, who is expecting a baby girl, as they drive home from Grandma’s in the heavy rain. When they're still far from home, they stop for a picnic.

As the car steams up, Francie presses her little finger on the window, spelling out "Daddy" and "Mummy" and leaving one space free, ready and waiting for the name of her soon-to-be sister...

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Bob Graham's Home in the Rain is lauded for its exceptional use of illustrations that deeply enhance the storytelling, creating a vivid atmosphere through meticulous details and varying perspectives. Critics praise its warmth, thought-provoking narrative, and exquisite craftsmanship. The book skillfully captures the essence of an ordinary yet extraordinary day in family life, encouraging empathy and mutual understanding.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781406379785

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 January 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Bob Graham

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 270g

Pages: 32

Collections

Bob Graham Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational

About the Author

Bob Graham is a Kate Greenaway-winning author-illustrator who has written and illustrated many acclaimed children's picture books including The Poesy Ring, How to Heal a Broken Wing, How the Sun Got to Coco's House, Max, Jethro Byrde: Fairy Child and April Underhill: Tooth Fairy. His 2011 title, A Bus Called Heaven, is endorsed by Amnesty International UK and was the winner of the 2012 Children's Book Council of Australia Picture Book of the Year Award – a prize Bob has won an unprecedented seven times. He has been awarded the prestigious Prime Minister's Literary Award in Australia twice, in 2014 for Silver Buttons and in 2017 for Home in the Rain. Bob lives in Melbourne.

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