The Storm Cloud

A life-affirming story about sitting with sadness, the power of friendship, and finding your way back to the light. When Bear wakes up one sunny day with a storm cloud hanging over his head, nothing that used to bring him joy seems to work anymore — until his friends show up.

Written by Frances Stickley and illustrated by Emily Hamilton, The Storm Cloud is a gentle, beautifully drawn introduction to big feelings for little readers. Think Cori Doerrfeld meets Charlie Mackesy — warm, honest, and the kind of book that stays with you.

A thoughtful gift for preschool and kindergarten-age readers, or really anyone who needs a reminder that the brightest rainbows always follow the storm.