Books Like Rain Fish
Families who loved Rain Fish by Lois Ehlert often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Rain Fish by Lois Ehlert often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when a rainy day has left your child feeling cooped up, or when you want to inspire a scavenger hunt of the imagination. It is the perfect antidote to the 'rainy day blues' by reframing a gray afternoon as a time of magical discovery. Using vibrant collage art, the book reveals 'rain fish' hidden in the gutters and puddles of the street. These creatures are actually clever arrangements of everyday debris, like old socks, feathers, and discarded wrappers. Appropriate for preschoolers and early elementary students, this story fosters a deep sense of wonder and environmental awareness. It teaches children that beauty and art can be found in the most unexpected places: even in things others might call trash. By the end, your child will likely want to grab a magnifying glass and head outside to find their own hidden creatures in the driveway or local park.
