Rhyme and repetition make this tale a favorite with young ones. Based on a Kenyan folk tale, this brightly illustrated picture book tells the story of how Ki-pat brought rain to the drought-stricken Kapiti Plain. .Ki-pat is an ordinary herdsman who sees his herd of cows as well as the wild animals suffering, so he shoots an arrow into a rain cloud. His action brings the rain, green grass, and comfort in this cumulative poem based on the rhythm of “The House that Jack Built.” 32 pages, softcover. Ages 5 to 8.