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Books for Kids: The Rhino Who Swallowed a Storm

October 7, 2014 • 19 Comments

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You know the tune, “Butterfly in the sky.  I can go twice as high. Take a look.  It’s in a book.  A Reading Rainbow.”  For almost three decades Reading Rainbow has been introducing books for kids and providing lots of behind the scenes looks at the topics of all those great books.

Reading Rainbow disappeared for a bit, but thanks to a super successful Kickstarter campaign it is back!  One of the great people behind the project is LaVar Burton.

A wonderful book to help young children who are trying to process loss from Reading Rainbow.  Enter to win an autographed copy from growingbookbybook.com

Full Disclosure:  Reading Rainbow provided a review copy of The Rhino Who Swallowed a Storm.  All opinions expressed are my own!  Affiliate links are also included.

Mr. Burton along with Susan Schaefer Bernado have written a brand-new book called The Rhino Who Swallowed a Storm.  It’s the story of a little mouse who is frightened by the loud thunder outside.  Her papa reads her a story of The Rhino Who Swallowed a Storm.  In this tale a rhino is confused and upset about a storm that has taken away everything that he loves.  He swallows the storm which makes him feel worse. Rhino sets out on a healing journey.  Along the way he meets friends who help him let go of the storm.  Rhino learns to see the light and good in the world even when it can be dark and stormy.  Little mouse is comforted by the story and learns that even when scary things happen that there are always good people who care and will help.

I love to keep a basket full of books that deal with special situations or different feelings and emotions that young children may encounter during the early years.  This is another one that I will be adding to my library.

The book is recommended for ages 5-7.  I would agree with this.  Though the illustrations will appeal to a younger crowd, the text is a bit long and deep.  I think the book could easily be used with children older than 7.

The Preschool Toolbox also reviewed The Rhino Who Swallowed a Storm.  Check out their opinion too.

We have a special treat for you!  Reading Rainbow, The Preschool Toolbox and Growing Book by Book have teamed up to give two lucky readers an autographed copy of The Rhino Who Swallowed a Storm.  

Product:  One signed copy of LeVar’s new book, The Rhino Who Swallowed a Storm, will be given to 2 winners.  Approx. retail value:  $17.95/each.
Details:  The giveaway is from 10/07/14 12:00 am (CT) to 10/17/14 12:00 am (CT).  Must be 18 to enter.  No purchase necessary.  Void where prohibited by law.  Winners will be notified by email and have 48 hours to respond before an alternate winner will be chosen.  Reading Rainbow is responsible for the shipment to winners of this giveaway.  Enter via the Rafflecopter form below.  Good luck!

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About Jodie Rodriguez

Jodie Rodriguez is a mom of two young boys and an early childhood/elementary educator with over 20 years of experience. Jodie's passion is helping parents, teachers, librarians and anyone else interested in nurturing and reaching ALL of our youngest growing readers.

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  1. Pamela Spann says

    October 16, 2014 at 6:52 pm

    I don’t see the rafflecopter

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    • Jodie Rodriguez says

      October 16, 2014 at 6:56 pm

      Pamela, just click on the very last line of the post. It’s green and says “a Rafflecopter giveaway”. For some reason it didn’t populate the image that is normally shown. But, if you click on that line it will take you to the Rafflecopter. Good luck!

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  2. Pat S says

    October 16, 2014 at 4:11 pm

    I would love to have this book for my classroom. This sounds just like the kind of genre they LOVE!!

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  3. Melissa says

    October 16, 2014 at 11:58 am

    I almost bought this the other day! If I don’t win I think I still will go back for it!

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  4. Donna L says

    October 14, 2014 at 10:05 am

    I would love to win this book for my grandkids.

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  5. Betsy Brown says

    October 12, 2014 at 9:32 pm

    What an awesome treasure this would be to share with my kinder-bears! As a young parent, I loved the times I could sit with my children, now 27 and 32, and enjoy Reading Rainbow. As a teacher, I have always tried to incorporate the fiction/nonfiction pairings of the Reading Rainbow in my classroom through the videos. To have an autographed copy of this book would bring my love of reading full-circle.

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    • Jodie Rodriguez says

      October 13, 2014 at 4:22 pm

      Good luck Betsy!

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  6. Jill says

    October 11, 2014 at 6:50 pm

    This sounds like a fantastic book! My son has a tremendous amount of trouble with loud noises in general and the amount of storms we get living in the mountains can be hard on him so I have entered your giveaway 🙂

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  7. Rachel says

    October 10, 2014 at 6:15 pm

    Thanks for the review of the book. I definitely need to add it to my library.

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  8. Mary says

    October 10, 2014 at 10:51 am

    Ahhhhh!!! I love LeVar Burton!! I am soooooo excited for this. I hope I win. Even if I don’t, I think I might pick this book up for the kids. It will be a great prize for them when they finish Book It this year.

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    • Jodie Rodriguez says

      October 10, 2014 at 2:31 pm

      Mary, Reading Rainbow does bring back so many great memories. Good luck on winning the book!

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  9. Emma @ P is for Preschooler says

    October 10, 2014 at 10:20 am

    Sounds like a cute book. My daughter always gets a little nervous when storms come too!

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    • Jodie Rodriguez says

      October 10, 2014 at 2:32 pm

      I think it can be a scary for kids and adults! It’s nice to have books that can help us through the stressful times.

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  10. Heidi says

    October 10, 2014 at 10:06 am

    I always love visiting your site! The beanstalk theme is just awesome! I entered the giveaway!

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    • Jodie Rodriguez says

      October 10, 2014 at 2:32 pm

      You are so sweet Heidi. Thank you and good luck!

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  11. Jennifer at Making Our Life Matter says

    October 10, 2014 at 9:12 am

    Thanks for reviewing the book. I love hearing what other parents think about books. Going to add this to my list of books to read!

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  12. Toni @ Debt Free Divas says

    October 10, 2014 at 8:56 am

    I entered. Thanks!

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    • Jodie Rodriguez says

      October 10, 2014 at 2:32 pm

      Good luck Toni!

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  13. Kelly @ Kelly's Classroom says

    October 8, 2014 at 10:20 am

    Awesome giveaway! Thank for hosting!

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