Use the magic of stories to bring children from the world of imagination to the world of fact. Focusing on children's literature and nonfiction books related to weather - rain, wind, snow, and sunshine - this book shows you how to spark student interest with captivating stories, develop their interest with books that combine elements of fiction and nonfiction (bridges), and introduce them to fascinating nonfiction titles on the same topic. Discussion starters and exciting multidisciplinary activities further motivate students to extend their learning. With nonfiction titles that have literary treatments of weather-related topics, this book eases the transition from fiction to expository text for young readers.