What do you think?
Rate this book
Look, It's Raining
It's Sunday, and Camille, having finished her school work, is feeling a little bored. Her parents are busy with their own projects, so she puts on her raincoat and goes outside to play. Suddenly she hears the thunder roar, and shivers with excitement. She sticks out her tongue to catch raindrops. They taste like clouds. She notices a group of red ants zigzagging along a trail and asks "Where are you going?" The ants reply, "We're going to a show." Camille embarks on an adventure to discover what the show is about and the astounding beauty to be found by closely observing her surroundings.
Hardcover
First published January 1, 2018
1 person is currently reading
55 people want to read
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 30 of 36 reviews
May 22, 2019
Camille's bored...Her parents are busy with their own important things to do, so they don't even seem to notice as she puts on her raincoat and slips out to explore the outside world...
This part of the book reminded me of Coraline :-) The message is extremely positive-observe the nature, discover new things, there is always something going on, don't wait for other people to entertain you. Some of the things Camille does are not exactly safe e.g. climbing trees during a thunderstorm (something a parent/caregiver should explain). Having captured the moment of a butterfly emerging from its chrysalis, Camille runs home to share her joy and invites her parents to go for a walk. The illustrations are original, although the style is a bit quirky.
Thank you to NetGalley and Princeton Architectural Press for the ARC provided in exchange for an honest opinion.
This part of the book reminded me of Coraline :-) The message is extremely positive-observe the nature, discover new things, there is always something going on, don't wait for other people to entertain you. Some of the things Camille does are not exactly safe e.g. climbing trees during a thunderstorm (something a parent/caregiver should explain). Having captured the moment of a butterfly emerging from its chrysalis, Camille runs home to share her joy and invites her parents to go for a walk. The illustrations are original, although the style is a bit quirky.
Thank you to NetGalley and Princeton Architectural Press for the ARC provided in exchange for an honest opinion.
May 8, 2019
While I like the overall premise showing that there are lots of things to see outside, I do not like the execution of this book. The illustrations are creepy, and the child is shown engaging in dangerous activities.
Camille is bored and her parents are doing their own thing. Rather than asking if she can go outside, she puts on her raincoat and goes out through the window! It's raining outside. Not only that, but Camille can hear thunder. So what does she do in the rest of the book? She plays around outside and climbs trees. Yes, the child is shown climbing a tree when there's lightning in the vicinity. Not to worry, though, because the storm passes ridiculously quickly for plot purposes (and so that Camille can watch a butterfly fly into the "bright blue sky").
I do not like the illustrations here. The bug-eyed people are disturbing. And so is what happens outside. First, Camille meets some sentient ants. You can see one has gotten into her raincoat pocket. I shudder just looking at that; during a sports day when I was a kid, I somehow got ants all over me from crawling around in the grass. It took hours to get them all off. But wait! It gets worse. Next, Camille meets a "spider" (it has six legs and six eyes; I can forgive a bit of artistic license, but not for something that simple). A few pages later, we see that now the "spider" is in her pocket! Nope. I don't care if six-legs there can talk or not; it's still a spider. (This is the point where she's climbing the tree, defying gravity as she's doing it. I'm really not a fan of the illustrations here.) After seeing a butterfly emerge from a chrysalis, Camille runs home to make a nuisance of herself by disturbing her parents and trying to drag them outside. Her father's just spent all morning doing her laundry, and he isn't allowed to even relax with a book and a cup of tea!
The book ends with the thought, "Outside, there's always a show to see." I can't disagree with that. But I do think that message could've been delivered without showing a girl getting covered in bugs (*shudder*) or climbing trees during a lightning storm.
Thank you to NetGalley and Princeton Architectural Press for providing a digital ARC.
Camille is bored and her parents are doing their own thing. Rather than asking if she can go outside, she puts on her raincoat and goes out through the window! It's raining outside. Not only that, but Camille can hear thunder. So what does she do in the rest of the book? She plays around outside and climbs trees. Yes, the child is shown climbing a tree when there's lightning in the vicinity. Not to worry, though, because the storm passes ridiculously quickly for plot purposes (and so that Camille can watch a butterfly fly into the "bright blue sky").
I do not like the illustrations here. The bug-eyed people are disturbing. And so is what happens outside. First, Camille meets some sentient ants. You can see one has gotten into her raincoat pocket. I shudder just looking at that; during a sports day when I was a kid, I somehow got ants all over me from crawling around in the grass. It took hours to get them all off. But wait! It gets worse. Next, Camille meets a "spider" (it has six legs and six eyes; I can forgive a bit of artistic license, but not for something that simple). A few pages later, we see that now the "spider" is in her pocket! Nope. I don't care if six-legs there can talk or not; it's still a spider. (This is the point where she's climbing the tree, defying gravity as she's doing it. I'm really not a fan of the illustrations here.) After seeing a butterfly emerge from a chrysalis, Camille runs home to make a nuisance of herself by disturbing her parents and trying to drag them outside. Her father's just spent all morning doing her laundry, and he isn't allowed to even relax with a book and a cup of tea!
The book ends with the thought, "Outside, there's always a show to see." I can't disagree with that. But I do think that message could've been delivered without showing a girl getting covered in bugs (*shudder*) or climbing trees during a lightning storm.
Thank you to NetGalley and Princeton Architectural Press for providing a digital ARC.
October 18, 2020
Rain, boredom and butterflies. If you're looking for a rainy day story or a story about nature observation to read to the young people in your life, give this one a try.
June 3, 2019
Review to be added to Amazon UK and US on 17th September 2019!
I thought that this was a nice book and it had a positive message, that there is always something to do outside even if it’s raining, I have a toddler and she loves the rain so this would be a hit with her but the images were a little muddied for my liking and I would have preferred them to be clearer and a little more “young child friendly” - it is 2.5 stars from me for this one rounded up to 3 stars for Goodreads and Amazon.
I thought that this was a nice book and it had a positive message, that there is always something to do outside even if it’s raining, I have a toddler and she loves the rain so this would be a hit with her but the images were a little muddied for my liking and I would have preferred them to be clearer and a little more “young child friendly” - it is 2.5 stars from me for this one rounded up to 3 stars for Goodreads and Amazon.
January 3, 2020
A celebration of nature in all of its forms, Look, It's Raining features people, weather, habitats, creatures, and the progression of life itself. When Camille gets bored of the indoors, she wanders off into the outside and discovers a show that's worth seeing. And just imagine if she stayed inside all day! While rainy days are indeed perfect for relaxing and staying cozy, they're also great for exploring and discovering new things. A perfect book for the winter time, and great for kids who enjoy insects and the outdoors. Good for grades K-2.
Review cross-listed here!
Review cross-listed here!
May 7, 2019
Good book with a positive message, that there is always something to do outside even if it’s raining (I like that because I never understand our fear of rain in our modern world, like we need to avoid getting rain on us above all…). The artwork was okay even if not really my style. A fun and original story!
July 15, 2019
The essence of this book feels like a little bit of everything, minimalist shaping, but with endless shades of color and a lush environment-- just like a rainy day! Camille heads outside on such a day and follows the critters she meets to watch "the show"; a butterfly emerging from its chrysalis. Who says the weather isn't nice? This book makes me want to go for a walk on a rainy day, too!
June 13, 2019
It's a lazy Sunday afternoon and Camille has read all her books and tidied her box of pencils by colour and now she is bored. Everyone in the family is busy doing their own thing so she decides to head outdoors and see what nature is up to.
While out there a huge rainstorm, complete with thunder, begins. Does that deter Camille for further exploration? No way, it only makes her more adventurous!
She sticks her tongue out and tastes the rain, observes a column of ants zigzagging across a leaf, discovers a spider spinning his web, and two snails trying valiantly to climb to the top of a big tree, just to name a few. Each of the creatures she encounters is on a mission to get to a show. Puzzled, but curious, she follows their lead and attends one of nature's most magical and mesmerizing shows ever.
After climbing the huge tree Camille discovers a small, shiny black thing suspended from a branch. Can you guess what she found? Can you guess the colourful transformation that she witnesses? Nature is full of wonder and surprises and Camille was lucky enough to be part of the greatest, most beautiful show ever.
The illustrations are quirky and lack perspective. They are colourful and kid-friendly. I like the positive message of getting out of your house and becoming aware of all the busyness and beautiful things that nature has to offer.
This would be a great book to share before an outdoor exercursion whether from home or from a classroom. Whether young or old we need to stop and take time to smell the roses.
While out there a huge rainstorm, complete with thunder, begins. Does that deter Camille for further exploration? No way, it only makes her more adventurous!
She sticks her tongue out and tastes the rain, observes a column of ants zigzagging across a leaf, discovers a spider spinning his web, and two snails trying valiantly to climb to the top of a big tree, just to name a few. Each of the creatures she encounters is on a mission to get to a show. Puzzled, but curious, she follows their lead and attends one of nature's most magical and mesmerizing shows ever.
After climbing the huge tree Camille discovers a small, shiny black thing suspended from a branch. Can you guess what she found? Can you guess the colourful transformation that she witnesses? Nature is full of wonder and surprises and Camille was lucky enough to be part of the greatest, most beautiful show ever.
The illustrations are quirky and lack perspective. They are colourful and kid-friendly. I like the positive message of getting out of your house and becoming aware of all the busyness and beautiful things that nature has to offer.
This would be a great book to share before an outdoor exercursion whether from home or from a classroom. Whether young or old we need to stop and take time to smell the roses.
September 18, 2019
I received a free ecopy of this book from the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
It's a rainy day and Camille is bored. She's read all her books and organized her pencils by color. Her parents are busy so she puts on her raincoat and sneaks out to play. Outside in her garden she marvels at the rain and the sea of green plants. Noticing many insects heading in one direction she asks where they are going and learns that there is to be a show so she follows along and ends up witnessing something magnificent!
Look, It's Raining! reminds us of the joy of and wonder of a rainy day. Camille bravely sets out into the rain in search of excitement and finds so much of it her own backyard. From dew-drop covered plants to a wide array of insects and other critters that hang about in the garden. This book reminds us to explore, observe, and enjoy the great outdoors no matter the weather.
I enjoyed the message of this book but the illustrations and execution of the story leave a bit to be desired. The illustrations are a bit childish and disproportional but still colorful and detailed.
This review was originally shared on Lazy Day Literature.
It's a rainy day and Camille is bored. She's read all her books and organized her pencils by color. Her parents are busy so she puts on her raincoat and sneaks out to play. Outside in her garden she marvels at the rain and the sea of green plants. Noticing many insects heading in one direction she asks where they are going and learns that there is to be a show so she follows along and ends up witnessing something magnificent!
Look, It's Raining! reminds us of the joy of and wonder of a rainy day. Camille bravely sets out into the rain in search of excitement and finds so much of it her own backyard. From dew-drop covered plants to a wide array of insects and other critters that hang about in the garden. This book reminds us to explore, observe, and enjoy the great outdoors no matter the weather.
I enjoyed the message of this book but the illustrations and execution of the story leave a bit to be desired. The illustrations are a bit childish and disproportional but still colorful and detailed.
This review was originally shared on Lazy Day Literature.
November 10, 2020
The last time I visited with my best friend and her two little ones, it was on a rainy September afternoon, and I brought several picture books with me. A surprise favorite with the three-year-old boy was Look, It’s Raining by Mathieu Pierloot, illustrated by Maria Dek. I don’t know if it was due to the day’s rainy weather, just like in the book, or Dek’s watercolor illustrations (and their myriad details), but he was enthralled, reading by himself without knowing any of the words. If a high-energy, go-go-GO! boy can slow down and appreciate this title, I know more contemplative personalities will enjoy it too.
Look, It’s Raining is about exactly what you’d expect – noticing the natural world on a rainy day, and all of the little joys and wonders in it. The bugs are putting on a show, the thunder roars, and Camille, the protagonist, takes it all in while wearing her yellow rain slicker, and then returns to her warm, snug home a little more enlightened and less bored.
Recommended for: rainy day reading for little ones ages two and up, and those who value observing the beauties of the natural world.
Look, It’s Raining is about exactly what you’d expect – noticing the natural world on a rainy day, and all of the little joys and wonders in it. The bugs are putting on a show, the thunder roars, and Camille, the protagonist, takes it all in while wearing her yellow rain slicker, and then returns to her warm, snug home a little more enlightened and less bored.
Recommended for: rainy day reading for little ones ages two and up, and those who value observing the beauties of the natural world.
May 12, 2019
I received an electronic ARC from Princeton Architectural Press through NetGalley.
The message of looking around and being aware of what's happening all around comes through clearly. The young girl is bored inside and ventures out. She listens as the bugs and other animals tell her to hurry so she doesn't miss a big event. She follows and sees a butterfly emerge from its chrysalis.
The storyline flows well but the inconsistent illustrations take away from the overall book. They are muddled on some pages and brilliantly detailed on others.
The message of looking around and being aware of what's happening all around comes through clearly. The young girl is bored inside and ventures out. She listens as the bugs and other animals tell her to hurry so she doesn't miss a big event. She follows and sees a butterfly emerge from its chrysalis.
The storyline flows well but the inconsistent illustrations take away from the overall book. They are muddled on some pages and brilliantly detailed on others.
May 15, 2019
I really didn't take to this. While I liked the moral of the piece, when it was finally revealed, I don't think this mini-adventure of a bored girl exploring a rainy garden is the way to do it. And the artwork (perspective? what's that?) was just bad. The subject of the 'show' the garden creatures keep talking about with the girl (why? how?!) was supposed to be beautiful, but nothing on these pages is. Yes, the moment it encaptures must be brilliant, but I'd rather wait in vain to see it than come here again. One and a half stars, and none of those for the design.
May 19, 2019
Interesting artwork and a positive overall message about the importance of going outside and exploring nature are marred by the troubling decision to have a little girl fill her pockets with ants and spiders and climb trees during a thunderstorm. I fear that Look, It's Raining will cause more confusion than anything else when parents have to explain that playing outdoors is wonderful...as long as you don't do the things pictured in this book.
My thanks to Princeton Architectural Press and NetGalley for providing an advance copy in exchange for an honest review.
My thanks to Princeton Architectural Press and NetGalley for providing an advance copy in exchange for an honest review.
July 21, 2020
Camille is bored on a Sunday. She sneaks out of her house to explore the front garden. It begins to rain but that doesn't stop her. She notices several different insects and creatures and they all encourage her not to be late for "the show." Curious, Camille continues with her explorations and comes across a chrysalis. She watches closely as out of the chrysalis comes a butterfly.
Children will enjoy finding the different critters in the pictures. My only dislike of this story is that the illustrations are kind of flat.
Children will enjoy finding the different critters in the pictures. My only dislike of this story is that the illustrations are kind of flat.
June 10, 2019
Young Camille's family is busy doing chores on a rainy day, so she slips outside and discovers a who world awaits! Sunny days aren't the only days that offer exploration for those who go look. I liked this intro to the natural world. It may encourage a few kids and their parents to go look in their garden for creatures that love rainy days.
I received a Kindle arc from Netgalley in exchange for a fair review.
I received a Kindle arc from Netgalley in exchange for a fair review.
May 20, 2025
I could have done without the beginning where the girl feels indignant about her parents doing their own thing (they probably should have had more kids 😉) but the rest was really awesome. I love that the bugs are in her pockets, showing they are lovable, too. Why should mice be allowed as friends (Cinderella) and not bugs? Also, loved the climax of the butterfly emerging. Very exciting. Perfect book noticing nature as a “show.”
August 22, 2019
I really enjoyed this gentle story about exploring your own backyard on a rainy Sunday. There is so much to see if you look close enough! The illustrations are really nice. There was one page when the text and illustrations did not match up but it wasn't enough to keep me from really enjoying the story. This would be a great read-aloud for 4-6 y/o.
September 28, 2019
A wonderful story about the importance of nature. Camille is bored on a Sunday morning, after doing everything in the house she slips outside and gets caught in a rainy adventure. What I think every child should do, enjoy the outdoors. I loved the outdoors as a child and I hope that I can pass that along to mine.
The show is about to begin!
#Netgalley
The show is about to begin!
#Netgalley
October 19, 2020
I received a free ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
While the premise of the book is good: going out exploring and not being discouraged by the rain. There are some aspects that make me wonder. Like climbing a tree during a thunderstorm....collecting bugs. I think kids will like it though.
While the premise of the book is good: going out exploring and not being discouraged by the rain. There are some aspects that make me wonder. Like climbing a tree during a thunderstorm....collecting bugs. I think kids will like it though.
August 26, 2019
Pierloot’s book is fantastic. The story was beautiful, and the illustrations were perfect. I enjoyed reading this to my daughter. She loved pointing out the different insects and the beautiful colors used to capture the story. I would recommend this book.
September 28, 2019
So many great things about this book! The illustrations are colorful and gorgeous! A great call to go out in nature and explore it. Also, it challenges gender stereotypes when mom reads the newspaper while dad folds the laundry. I love it!
January 27, 2021
First published in Canada in French, this translated picture book tells the story of a girl named Camille who is bored on a Sunday afternoon. Going outside Camille feels the raindrops and discovers many small creatures of nature. Good title to encourage children to explore nature.
July 23, 2019
This book is filled with beautiful illustrations and would be an excellent choice to share with younger readers to think about exploring the immediate world around us.
January 30, 2020
A bored child heads outside and discovers there is always a show in nature.
March 13, 2020
The story of a bored girl exploring nature was fine. The glorious depictions of houseplants and garden flora were fabulous though!!
August 3, 2020
A lovely book about the wonder in ordinary things and children's gift for exploration.
February 8, 2024
This was such a cute little adventure into the outdoors that contained some natural science information, if light.
March 28, 2021
Would make a good companion read for On A Magical Do Nothing Day—very similar premise. The magic of playing outside and observing nature. Easy read/little text.
December 23, 2018
Un album tendre qui ressemble à Un grand jour de rien dans son fond. Par contre, j'apprécie, dans ce livre-ci, la qualité des illustrations et du sujet, en plus de traiter de manière ludique des merveilles de la nature, et plus particulièrement des insectes!
November 30, 2019
Wonderful! Look It's Raining is a sweet picture book about the wonders of nature and the joys of being outside! It would be right at home next to books like The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt and Run Wild.
I received a copy from the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I received a copy from the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Displaying 1 - 30 of 36 reviews