In "The Rainbabies" by Laura Krauss Melmed, a couple longs for a child but faces heartache when they discover they cannot have one. One rainy night, their wishes come true when the raindrops transform into tiny, colorful babies, filling their home with joy and laughter. The story beautifully explores themes of love, hope, and the magic of parenthood as the couple embraces their newfound family. Each rainbaby is a reflection of the beauty and wonder of nature, reminding readers of the joy that can spring from unexpected sources. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book has been graded for interest at 3-8 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2004 by Turtleback Books .

Jim LaMarche has been mixing magic with the everyday since 1992, when his illustrations for Laura Krauss Melmed's The Rainbabies earned him international acclaim, winning the Prix de Bologna in 1993. He is the father of three boys and lives with his wife in Central California. Laura Krauss Melmed is the beloved author of more than a dozen books. She lives with her husband in Washington, D. C. Elisabeth Schlossberg is the illustrator of several books. She lives in Paris, France, with her three children.