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Franklin and the Thunderstorm Hardcover

by Paulette Bourgeois (Author), Brenda Clark (Illustrator)
4.7 out of 5 stars 433 ratings
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Franklin is afraid of thunderstorms. When a storm approaches while he is playing at Fox's house, a flash of lightning sends Franklin into his shell. He refuses to come out -- even for snacks -- until his friends make him laugh with their tall tales about what causes storms. And when Beaver explains what really causes thunder and lightning, Franklin begins to feel much safer.
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  1. Part of series
    Classic Franklin Stories
  2. Print length
    32 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Dimensions
    20.32 x 1.27 x 22.86 cm
  5. ISBN-10
    1550744038
  6. ISBN-13
    978-1550744033
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From School Library Journal

PreS-K--Franklin Tortoise's anxiety as he senses an approaching thunderstorm is not appeased by Fox, Hawk, or Beaver, all of whom find inclement weather rather exciting. They reassure their friend that there is nothing to worry about once they are inside a snug burrow. Franklin, nevertheless, retreats into his shell until they tell him that the noise from thunder is just cloud giants bowling and playing drums in the sky and that lightning is made by cloud giants turning their lights off and on. Owl, though, has a more scientific explanation that amazes them all. Soon the storm subsides and a rainbow appears. The simple story is accompanied by garishly bright illustrations of somewhat precious animals at play. Patricia Polacco's Thundercake (Philomel, 1990) addresses the subject with considerably more charm, but for additional material, where Franklin books are popular, this one might be an option.

Sally R. Dow, Ossining Public Library, NY

Copyright 1998 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

Product details

  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1550744038
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1550744033
  • Item weight ‏ : ‎ 272 g
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 20.32 x 1.27 x 22.86 cm
  • Part of series ‏ : ‎ Classic Franklin Stories
  • 鶹 Rank: #805 in Literature & Fiction for Children (Books)
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 out of 5 stars 433 ratings

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Paulette Bourgeois

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Paulette Bourgeois worked as an occupational therapist and a print and television journalist before she began writing for children. When Franklin in the Dark was released in 1986, it became a bestseller—and the Franklin phenomenon was born. Paulette has gone on to write over 30 Franklin stories illustrated by Brenda Clark that have been published around the world. Paulette lives in Toronto, Ontario.

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  • Bonnie Smith
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love it!
    Reviewed in Canada on November 17, 2016
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    kids love it!
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  • Steve B. Davis
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best Kids' Series there is
    Reviewed in Canada on July 24, 2014
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    If you have kids you gotta have Franklin. The best series for young children.
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  • cat halli
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on December 18, 2014
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    2 year old's fav story
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  • Kristen S
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on January 30, 2017
    Very good book.
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  • Soaring Heart
    5.0 out of 5 stars "WE HAVE NOTHING TO FEAR BUT FEAR ITSELF."
    Reviewed in Canada on May 13, 2002
    FRANKLIN AND THE THUNDERSTORM is a colorful, entertaining, imaginative young reader book dealing with a relevant issue--FEAR. We all have them so this young reader book is sure to grab the child's attention. There is conflict and character growth, the formula for a great story a child will remember and ask for again.
    Franklin's mother sends a reluctant and nervous turtle dressed in galoshes and a rain hat, carrying an umbrella, over to his friend, Fox's house as a storm begins to brew. When he arrives, there are three other animals there sharing their opinions about the approaching thunderstorm such as: "My fur feels funny," says Fox. "My feathers get all ruffled," says Hawk. "I can smell a storm coming," says Beaver sniffing. No one seems to be scared but Franklin. But he is scared enough for all four of his buddies! The storm hits full force and they all run inside. When the power goes out Franklin is so terrified he retreats inside his shell and no kind of coaxing on anyone's part, even treats from Mrs. Fox, will get him out. So Franklin's friends use their imaginations and begin talking about the CLOUD GIANTS. Whether the Cloud Giants are bowling or playing drums in the sky (thunder,) swinging from chandeliers or turning their lights on and off (lightning,) the illustrations are what make the story so great. Beaver quotes Mr. Owl's factual definition of thunder and Franklin, by this time, is out of his shell and smiling. Fox and his friends go back outside and Franklin discovers a rainbow. What Franklin say at the ending rounds out this very special story.
    *You should buy this for the funny illustrations of the Cloud giants and what Franklin says about rainbows alone. Wonderful short story for ages 4-8. I got a set of 4 Franklins in a book club for my young daughter and this is her favorite.
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  • Paul Martin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Children Will Enjoy It
    Reviewed in Canada on June 28, 2000
    Franklin is leary about journeying to his friend Fox's house as an eminent thunderstorm is brewing in the skies above. Through understanding and encouragement from his friends, Franklin learns to deal with the inevitable storm and gains comfort from his friends.
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  • aron
    2.0 out of 5 stars Damaged product
    Reviewed in Canada on March 26, 2025
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    Book was folded in half upon arrival. Not sure if a delivery issue or packing issue, a little disappointed for a new book.
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    Reviewed in Canada on March 26, 2025
    Book was folded in half upon arrival. Not sure if a delivery issue or packing issue, a little disappointed for a new book.
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  • Johnny Komatsu
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful work.
    Reviewed in Australia on September 18, 2023
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    Been searching for this for ages. Just the ticket prompt delivery and very reasonable price. Highly appreciated and recommend seller.
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  • Ann
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect m. Great buy
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 10, 2024
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    Arrived in good time. Brought a couple of these books as grandchild had one and wanted more. Perfect stories great buy
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  • melissa
    5.0 out of 5 stars Cute for kids who are scared of storms
    Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2025
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    Cute book for a child who is terrified of thunder. The little Franklin characters are all endearing and it was cute how Franklin went in his shell when he was scared. It was also good to talk storm safety a little bit, without scaring more. My daughter liked it, but time will tell if it helps with her fear!
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  • Lee Nicklin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful stories
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 21, 2019
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    Franklin Loves to hear the stories with his name in them.
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  • Bridget Brase
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful illustrations
    Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2024
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    Perfect book for joint reading with children. Beautiful illustrations and messages.
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