It rained, softly at first, but then more rain and it didn't stop. The animals all tried to crowd onto a small island. Fortunately, a boat came by and they were invited to come aboard—two by two! Now what to do to pass the time? Some played games. But then there was a storm! The animals were getting restless. Finally, a bird flew ahead and came back with evidence of land. They soon were able to disembark, and thanked Mr. Noah. The animals are clearly depicted in this version presenting the animals' perspectives.

2016 Winner Canadian Children's Book Centre Best Books for Kids and Teens, 2017 USBBY Outstanding International Books.

Author/illustrator lives in Montreal, Quebec.

Canada. Originally published in Canada as L'arche des animaux by Kids Can Press in 2016. Published in the United States by Kids Can Press in 2016.

The rain begins to fall, slowly at first, and then it POURS! There's water everywhere. The animals are huddled together atop a hill --- the only dry spot left --- when they spy a boat coming toward them. Rescue! The smiling captain, Mr. Noah, invites them aboard, two by two. At first, the animals enjoy finding ways to amuse themselves: the sheep play leapfrog, the ladybugs play dominoes, a chameleon plays hide-and-seek. But as it continues to rain and rain and rain, the animals start to get on each other's nerves. And all of them are wondering, will the rain ever stop? This creative and child-friendly version of the well-known story will delight young readers with its fun and engaging illustrations, and it provides the perfect start to discussions about cooperation, respect and kindness.