A fun story that introduces the water cycle and inspires children to look at rain differently. In this rhyming picture book, two quirky raindrops, Splish and Splash, find themselves far away from their comfortable cloud. Will they discover a path that leads them home, while still enjoying the thrill of the adventure? “Wee!” said the friends, as they started to giggle. They swerved and they swam, then they jumped with a jiggle. The words have a poetic beat, making it a joy to read aloud, with beautiful illustrations that vividly capture the characters’ journey. If your little ones are curious about where rain comes from and where it ends up, this story will show them just how remarkable nature is and teach them the water cycle in a fun way. It also includes a diagram at the end to make it easier to understand the water cycle and a few practical tips to save water. This book is a great resource for teachers or for homeschooling. It is suitable for children from three years old.
“ Through hilarious illustrations and lively rhyming, two little raindrops make a huge Splish and Splash readers young and old will enjoy! Like water in the story, the words have a lyrical flow and are pleasant to the ear. The A-B rhyming pattern, deliberately chosen, enhances the fun factor for young readers. Tu's illustrations are full of life and an absolute riot. Youngsters are sure to giggle at the hilarious expressions of the main characters ” . - Reviewed by Ellwyn Autumn, Pre-K Head Start Teacher “ Water plays such an important role in sustaining life that we need to teach our children as much as we can about the water cycle and how to conserve water. Adele Lamothe understands how vital this information is and wrote a fun little book called Two Little Raindrops. The science of the water cycle is first told in easy-to-understand words and then shown in an understandable diagram. This book is an excellent introduction to one of the most vital cycles in nature. Use this book to launch a discussion with your children about the various types of precipitation and how rain helps keep plants alive. As a former science teacher, I highly recommend this book for all children. ” - Reviewed By Philip Van Heusen for Readers' Favorite
This is a really cute book about precipitation. The science section at the back of the book is very well done and explained for young children. I needed a picture book for one of my book challenges. This was a good one. I will have my grandson in a few days and will share it with him. He will love it.
A Splish Splashing-introduction to the water cycle that will spark youngsters’ interest in nature.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Reedsy Discovery. I voluntarily chose to read and post an honest review.
Through hilarious illustrations and lively rhyming, two little raindrops make a huge Splish and Splash readers young and old will enjoy!
When their cloud becomes dark and heavy during a spring storm, two little raindrops named Splish and Splash embark on a lively adventure.
Upon jumping out of the cloud, they find themselves on land and separated from their family. Together, they decide to find their way home and rejoin their family.
After a transformative experience, they complete their voyage through the water cycle by evaporating and forming a cloud with their family in the sky.
To begin with, I absolutely adore the names of the two characters, Splish and Splash. Another thing I appreciated was how Adele introduced them to the reader. “Two little friends, tiny droplets so light. Lived in a cloud which was puffy and white. One was called Splish, he had eyes like a fish, and one was called Splash with a fancy mustache.”
The charming characters in this story make it a fun and educational way for children to learn about the water cycle!
Like water in the story, the words have a lyrical flow and are pleasant to the ear. The A-B rhyming pattern, deliberately chosen, enhances the fun factor for young readers.
Phonological awareness, a prerequisite for reading, can also be introduced by pointing out the rhyming words. When the read-aloud is complete, readers can compose a list of words that rhyme with splish and splash.
Another little feature I enjoyed was the specific placement of certain words. For example, downhill is written diagonally as if the words were tumbling downward. This technique is sure grab the readers’ attention and have them searching for more unusually placed words.
Tu's illustrations are full of life and an absolute riot. Youngsters are sure to giggle at the hilarious expressions of the main characters.
I really enjoyed the usage of targeted vocabulary and the simplified diagram of the water cycle as well as the tips offered on water conservation.
This book was entered in The Wishing Shelf Book Awards. This is what our readers thought: Title: Two little Raindrops Author: Adele Lamothe, ill. by Steven Tu
Star Rating: 5 Stars Number of Readers: 15 Stats Editing: 9/10 Writing Style: 9/10 Content: 10/10 Cover: 5/5
Of the 15 readers: 15 would read another book by this author. 15 thought the cover was good or excellent. 13 felt it was easy to follow. 15 would recommend this book to another reader to try. Of all the readers, 5 felt the author’s strongest skill was ‘plotting a story’. Of all the readers, 6 felt the author’s strongest skill was ‘educating the reader’. Of all the readers, 4 felt the author’s strongest skill was ‘writing style’. 15 felt the pacing was good or excellent. 15 thought the author understood the readership and what they wanted.
Readers’ Comments “A fun way of introducing the water cycle to your children. The two characters, Splish and Splash, are particularly endearing.” Mum of 6 year old girl “I liked this book. Splish and Splash were cool and I think I learnt a lot reading it. It’s easy to understand and the pics look MEGA!” Boy, aged 8 “I liked that it was a mix of ‘adventure’ and ‘science’. I think the person who did the pics is very talented too. I now know all about precipitation and evaporation – and I enjoyed learning it!” Girl, aged 8 – with a little help from mum “I liked the rhyming, how lots happened to the water droplets, how it was funny and how it ended. This is a good book. I liked Splash’s fancy mustache!” Girl, aged 7 – with a little help from mum
To Sum It Up: ‘A fun, thrill-a-page way of introducing the water cycle to your minds. A FINALIST and highly recommended!’ The Wishing Shelf Book Awards
"Two Little Raindrops" is not just another children's picture book; it's a whimsical journey through the water cycle that earned itself a Gold Mom's Choice Award! Written by Adele Lamothe and brought to life with the vibrant illustrations of Steven Tu, this engaging story captures the essence of curiosity and adventure through the eyes of its water droplet characters, Splish and Splash.
These two playful raindrops start their journey with a leap of faith as they jump out of their cloud, only to be separated from their family. What follows is an adventure filled with excitement, exploration, and the playful discovery of their own cycle of existence.
One of the book's standout features is its rhyming narrative. Lamothe has a gift for weaving words into an almost musical rhythm that is memorable and fun to read aloud. Complementing the lyrical storytelling are Steven Tu's illustrations - a kaleidoscope of colors and action that bring the adventures of Splish and Splash to vibrant life.
Aimed at children aged 3-8 years, this book strikes a perfect balance between education and entertainment. It's an excellent resource for teachers and parents alike, providing a foundation for discussions about nature, science, and environmental awareness. With the lyrical quality of the text and the interactive nature of the illustrations, "Two Little Raindrops" is sure to make science exciting for little readers.
Splish and Splash, the best friends who lived on the clouds, found themselves in a predicament one day when the sky turned gray. They suddenly felt heavy and, as a result, fell out of the sky along with many others. They landed on a leaf, where they felt light. However, their joy was short-lived, as they suddenly missed their family. They drifted further away from the leaf in moments, rolling over a mountain and eventually landing inside a river. Will they ever have the chance to see their family again? We picked this book for its theme. The book guides you through the water cycle by taking you on an adventure story of two friends, two raindrops named Splish and Splash. The colorful illustrations perfectly complement the storyline, creating a captivating reading experience.
Two Little Raindrops by Adele Lamothe, beautifully illustrated by Steven Tu, takes readers on a delightful journey through the fascinating water cycle. This fun-filled and adventurous story follows the captivating tale of two playful droplets. For full review and ratings, visit NBPB Reviews
Two Little Raindrops is a beautifully written book, which perfectly rhymes on each page of the story as it whisks you along the exciting adventure of the two main characters Splish and Splash. This wonderful STEM book explains nature’s water cycle in the most delightful way, and certainly kept my child interested and entertained throughout their story.
The lovely, visually appealing illustrations represent the little characters in detail, and it is clear that the author and illustrator have put in a great deal of effort into ensuring that the writing and pictures are synchronized in a fun, loving manner.
Once the story is concluded, the book even adds an informative summary of natures amazing water cycle, including its terminology which will educate kids (and even remind the adult readers).
Two Little Raindrops was highly enjoyable from beginning to end, and definitely deserves a spot on every child’s bookshelf, device, and even their school’s library!
What a delightful book with memorable characters! Adele Lamothe has ensured that children will be engaged as they follow the unique little raindrops through their adventurous journey through the water cycle. Her sensitive depiction of the water droplets first experience as it leaves the cloud encourages us to read further with excitement. Been a teacher for twenty six years I feel that this book will be age appropriate for many age levels. An added bonus are the fantastic free printable activity pack which will be useful for both parents and teachers to reinforce the water cycle and the pertinent vocabulary as well as numerical and perceptual skills while refining fine motor skills. A fantastic creation by Adele Lamothe with special illustrations by Steven Tu!
With engaging illustrations and personification, Adele Lamothe brings the water cycle to vivid life for young learners.
As an educator, I found Two Little Raindrops an engaging way to pique young readers' interest in science. The rhymes make the information memorable without being distracting, and the shape of the words often follow the direction of the water droplets' journey, adding another layer of visual engagement.
I recommend this book to parents and teachers of children three to seven.
My only hope is that the author has or will also create a cute little book on electrons, since Lamothe is so gifted in making the complex and abstract more understandable for little learners.
This book couldn't have had better timing for my Kinder class - we are currently learning about the sun and all the important roles it plays, including in the water cycle! With so much rain recently, the children have had so many questions about how it all works - and this book is the answer! With adorable characters and a story to be invested in, children are invited to participate in the water cycle. The illustrations are beautiful, the happy ending is lovely, and the learning sticks! Thank you for a wonderful educational resource for young children!
As a primary teacher and writer too, I have taught the children in my class about the water cycle- using creative writing to explain the journey too- so love this book! It’s perfect for any teacher to deliver this subject area or any families at home to explore this further. The bright illustrations and cute characters make the story enjoyable too. Additional to the story it comes with a diagram of the water cycle and helpful ways to preserve water too. A great book!
Me and my daughter have really enjoyed reading this beautifully illustrated book.My daughter says she learnt it at school but this book explained it so well.It is definitely a great resource for teachers or home schooling.The author Adele did a great job taking the readers on a journey to discover the water cycle through the 2 little raindrops-Splish and Splash.Will highly recommend this book
A delightful poem telling the tale of two little raindrops and their adventures through the water cycle. A journey a child will find exciting and parents will see as educational, complete with a more scientific explanation at the end. There are also tips for caring for and responsible use of water for the environmentally concerned.
A cute and fun story to educate kids about the water cycle. It was easy for my daughter to understand because the characters were two raindrops (so cute by the way) and it's a rhyming story. She loved it! It taught her about how important water is to our environment. The tips and ideas in the back are a great resource to teach children about the things we can do to help with keeping our water and environment safe and thriving! What a wonderful book!
I absolutely love the rhyming of this simplified story of the water cycle. It was easy to follow and fun to read to my five-year-old who also enjoyed it. He specifically said he loved the part where the water droplets said they wanted to go home. I totally recommend this book for any young reader wanting to know more about rain, clouds, and anything related to the water cycle!
Wow what an amazing story. The rhyming is perfect and so cute. This is a very sweet story that covers the important topic of the water cycle and what happens when it rains. It’s such a beautiful and simple way to explain this to children, but it’s also such a sweet story of friendship too. The cute illustrations bring it all together, I would absolutely recommend this book.
This is such a wonderful and enjoyable book! My six-year-old son absolutely loves it, and often asks to read it over and over again. The fact that it is educational is a big plus for me as a parent, and we all enjoyed reading about Splish and Splash on their wonderful adventure. I would definitely recommend this wonderful children's book.
My 9yr old daughter absolutely enjoyed every element of the story. She loved the adorable ‘Splish & Splash’ characters and their journey and she really enjoyed reading the book to her baby sister. She has read it 3 times cover to cover and enjoys it everytime. She is looking forward to completing the activity pack and learning more about the water system.
Such a great read for kids of all ages and amazing illustrations to capture their journey.
I wish i had young children! This book has colourful pictures and characters that make you just want to squeeze them! The story rhymes and is relatable to young children as family is so important to them and who doesn't love a little adventure! As bonus the kids will also learn something as well! You won't go wrong buying this book!
What a perfect interactive rhyming story to capture the water cycle in such a cute and fun way! Children will be able to connect and retell the story and the words are calming as you read them! Little droplets of water on an adventure through the water cycle make for a catching learning opportunity through a child’s eyes! Definitely a book to share amongst other educators and friends!
This imaginative and educational tale turns learning about the water cycle into a delightful adventure. Following the journey of Splish and Splash, two playful raindrops, the book captures the essence of the water cycle in a way that is both fun and informative for young readers.
Splish and Splash are two wonderful friends who have a lovely adventure together and ultimately find their way home! Really cute and imaginative story with bright and colourful illustrations! Loved the information at the end as well that goes into more scientific detail for older readers. I can highly recommend!
Great book because it combines learning with fun and easy to understand pictures. Enjoyed the conservation teaching points at the end. A wonderful effort to teach your kids about water, science, environment, and protecting the environment. Goals are accomplished in a well thought out and fun manner
Every single life on earth needs water, and this is a great book to educate children about what a water cycle is!
I love that this book illustrates the water cycle: precipitation, collection, evaporation and condensation. And it teaches you how to save water! Thank you Adele for the book!
Two Little Rain Drops is a cute book that teaches about how water moves in nature, all while telling a sweet story. With nice pictures and a fun plot, it shows two little raindrops on their adventures, helping kids learn about friendship and nature in a fun way. It's a winderful book that teaches and entertains at the same time!
Adele Lamothe has written a gem of a book to explain the water cycle to young readers~ It's engaging and educational. I wish I still taught preschool because I'd used it in my classroom. I plan to purchase and gift it to a teacher friend. It definitely needs to be in the local library-
This is a wonderful science book that explains the water cycle in a way kids can easily understand. The use of rhyming text and fun, detailed illustrations makes the story both engaging and educational. It’s a perfect supplement to a science class for learners ages 3-10 or a fantastic addition to any child's STEM collection of books.
This is wonderful kids book. Young kids will definitely love it. I like how it teaches kids about the water cycle and the illustrations are also very good. Good for boys and for girls and good teaching material for teachers to use in their classroom. Well done!
We really enjoyed reading this one. As scientists and artists, we appreciated the fun whimsical art and way of teaching about the water cycle. The rhyming is great, too!
Great art, The story is pretty whimsical for the science that it’s trying to explain. It’s interesting because it combines educational water science with a whimsical adventure that leaves children ready to dream of conserving water. (Makes it a great bedtime story.)