The Rainy Day Picnic

When the spring picnic that she and her friends had planned is spoiled by rain, Minnie comes up with another idea for having fun.

Come along for an adventurous day of imaginative, indoor play when rain interrupts your child's plans for an outdoor picnic....And discover that sometimes, even a rainy day can end with a bright, beautiful surprise!

"Kristy's Rainy Day Picnic, written by Olive Thorne Miller, transports young readers to a whimsical world of imagination and play. Miller's delightful tale follows Kristy on a rainy day adventure that turns mundane weather into a canvas for creativity. Through enchanting storytelling and vivid illustrations, the book invites children to join Kristy's imaginative journey and discover the magic in unexpected moments. This heartwarming story captures the essence of childhood wonder and the boundless possibilities that exist within a child's mind, inspiring readers to embrace rainy days with open arms and open hearts."

Lilly-Ann and Nicole planned an exciting picnic in the backyard; there is just one little problem: it is raining very hard. With Mom's help, they come up with an awesome solution. Join the sisters as they take on another fun-filled and delicious adventure with a rainy-day picnic.

In this "Simpler Times Emerging Reader" young people will learn about life in the American Southwest. They will spend time with a young woman and her family enjoying a rainy day, and learn some simple Spanish as they explore long "a."

Have you had a picnic? What things do you need for a picnic? The people in this family have everything that they need for a good picnic. Read about what happens at their picnic.