"Bringing the Rain to Kapiti Plain" by Verna Aardema tells the story of a young African boy named Telemak whose village suffers from a prolonged drought. To bring rain to the parched land, Telemak devises a clever plan involving a series of actions that culminate in a rainstorm. The narrative showcases themes of resourcefulness, the importance of community, and respect for nature. Vibrant illustrations complement the rhythmic text, making the story captivating for young readers. Ultimately, it celebrates the connection between people and the natural world, highlighting how one person's determination can impact an entire community. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book features in the following series: Picture Puffin, Reading Rainbow Books .

This book has been graded for interest at 5-8 years.

This book was published in 1992 by Perfection Learning .

Verna Aardema was born in New Era, Michigan, in 1911. A cedar swamp in the back of her house served as her inspiration and retreat as a young aspiring writer. She was inspired to write for children when she had to make up stories to get her baby daughter to eat. She wrote many African folktales because of her fascination with the infinitely diverse continent.