![]() Most of the story is told through dialogue, in such a way that the reader is participating fully in understanding these people and their ideas, and then the themes. ![]() This is such a beautiful story, both in art and in text. Bonus: the grandfather and young boy are apparently all the family each has, and they happen to be Black, so this gets 'diversity' credit I'm all but speechless. The description almost does it justice, with the quote from the beginning, and the words Discoveries, and Lyrical. Mary Stolz and Pat Cummings have each brought their unique talents to this lyrical tale about a magical, stormy night and a special relationship between grandfather and grandson. ![]() They have a wonderful time learning important new things about each other in a spirited conversation. Too early to go to bed, and with only flashes of lightning to see by, Thomas and his grandfather happily find themselves rediscovering the half-forgotten scents and sounds of their world. This lovely picture book is also a strong choice to share about overcoming fears. This could be a moment to be scared, but Thomas and his grandfather huddle with Ringo the cat on their porch and share stories in the darkness. Too early to go to bed, and with only flashes of lightning to see by, Thomas a Storm in the night-lights flicker out, rain streams down the windows. ![]() Storm in the night-lights flicker out, rain streams down the windows. ![]()
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