Rain, Rain, Vol. 2

Jenny, Joanna and Grandma -- the irrepressible trio from the best-selling Wheels on the Bus and Jingle Bells -- are back!

In Maryann Kovalski's latest song-filled adventure, a rainy day dashes the girls_ hopes for fun at the beach, until Grandma's spirited ingenuity makes it a day they_ll never forget.

Children's Literature

Jenny and Joanna are ready for a great day at the beach with Grandma. When morning dawns, however, it brings rain not sunshine. Undaunted, Grandma says they are off to her beach. What a great time they have fixing a picnic in grandmother's kitchen, splashing in the tub, playing games and reading stories, and then finally a wonderful picnic in the living room. Kids reading this book will wish they had a Grandma just like Jenny and Joanna's. A "First Flight" Level 2 Reader. 1999, Fitzhenry & Whiteside, and $3.95. Ages 6 to 8. Reviewer: Marilyn Courtot

Maryann Kovalski, one of Canada's most beloved children's writers/illustrators, has received many honors, including the Governor General's Award shortlist, a CLA Notable, a Parent's Choice Illustrator's Honor, and two nominations for the Mr. Christie's Book Award. Born in the Bronx, Maryann was inspired by a recent move back to New York to completely overhaul her 1992 bestseller, Take Me Out to the Ballgame, with a brand new story and locations that celebrate the Bronx of her youth.