"Umbrella Weather" by Hilda Offen tells the story of a young girl who navigates the emotional landscapes of childhood through the metaphor of changing weather. As she encounters different scenarios that reflect her feelings—joy, sadness, and uncertainty—she discovers the importance of embracing life's unpredictability. The story beautifully illustrates how weather can mirror personal experiences and inner turmoil, inviting readers to explore their own emotions alongside the protagonist. With whimsical illustrations and heartfelt prose, Offen captures the essence of growing up, highlighting that even on the stormiest days, there is always hope and a reason to carry an umbrella. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 32 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2001 by Catnip Publishing Ltd .

Alf Proysen was born in Norway in 1914. The Mrs Pepperpot books first appeared in the 1950s and were an immediate success. They have been loved by children ever since and have been translated into many different languages. Hilda Offen is a well-known picture book illustrator, who won the Smarties Prize in 1992 for Nice Work, Little Wolf. Since then she has illustrated many picture books, including Fred and Ted's Treasure Hunt. She lives in Brighton.