In "Bringing the Rain to Kapiti Plain: A Nandi Tale," a young Nandi boy named Ki-pat faces a drought that leaves the Kapiti Plain parched and lifeless. Determined to save his people and the animals, he embarks on a quest to bring rain. Ki-pat uses his ingenuity and bravery to summon the rain by using a series of clever ancestral tricks, involving various animals from the plains. The story beautifully illustrates themes of resilience, respect for nature, and the interconnectedness between humans and animals. The rhythmic storytelling, paired with vibrant illustrations, captures the essence of African folklore. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Reading Rainbow Books .

This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 1992 by Turtleback Books .

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.