Stories About Rain

This collection of stories about rain features a variety of characters and adventures, many revolving around the theme of weather’s impact on life. The stories range from whimsical encounters with nature to more practical lessons about coping with the rain.

A recurring character in many stories is Uncle Wiggily Longears, a rabbit who often faces rainstorms during his adventures. In Uncle Wiggily And The Eel, he encounters an eel while out in the rain and is saved by it from a fox’s ambush. In Uncle Wiggily And The Fox, Uncle Wiggily defends himself from a fox during a rainstorm, using his wits and a toadstool as an umbrella. Similarly, in Uncle Wiggily’s Rain Storm, he cheers up children by giving them toys he collects while out in the rain. Other tales feature Uncle Wiggily encountering various challenges while caught in the rain, such as in Uncle Wiggily And The Mud Puddle, where he helps a boy clean up after he falls into a puddle.

Other stories involve the rain bringing unexpected adventures or transformations. In Little Johnny’s Rainy Day Adventure, the rain prevents Johnny from playing outside, but he eventually finds joy in the storm. Similarly, John’s Big Adventure in the Rain showcases a boy who embraces the rain with magical rain gear, jumping over puddles and enjoying the weather’s challenges.

In some stories, rain is part of broader environmental themes. In The Water Bloom, a rainbow appears after a summer shower, inspiring reflection on natural phenomena. In The Rain Elves, the Rain Elf children play in the garden, but their antics with too much rain cause problems for the plants. The Story of Flying Robert features a boy who is swept into the sky by the wind after his umbrella is blown away, a consequence of an unpredictable storm.

Several stories focus on characters learning lessons from the rain. In Let It Rain, a girl learns the importance of rain in helping plants grow, changing her view about the stormy weather. Do What You Can tells the story of two raindrops helping a farmer’s crops survive a drought, emphasizing teamwork and the positive effects of rain.

Other stories, such as The Pot Of Gold and The Maker of Rainbows, highlight the magical and hopeful aspects of rain, where characters encounter mythical figures and find beauty in the aftereffects of a storm.