All Together Through the Storm: A Haitian Proverb Story by Justine A. P. Louis
A beautiful, powerful, and timely story – I loved this book!
While the farmer and his family are away, six proud farm animals each think they can protect the farm alone. Diego the Dog says “I’ll bark loudly to scare the hurricane away!” Caroline the Cow says she will stand firm against the wind, and the Ralph the Rooster louder to stop the storm. It’s funny and relatable, because we all sometimes think we can do it all by ourselves.
But when the hurricane really comes, they learn the most important lesson: their unique strengths work best when they work TOGETHER.
Inspired by the beautiful Haitian proverb “Men anpil, chay pa lou” – “Many hands make light work” – this book shows children that true strength is in community, not in pride. The illustrations are vibrant and full of emotion, from the windy, swirling storm to the joyful reunion at the end when the family returns to find the animals safe and united.
It’s a story about courage, intelligence, and remembering that we are stronger together.
Perfect for classrooms, families, and any child who needs to learn that asking for help and working as a team is the bravest thing of all.
Perfect for 2+
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