When the clouds came

Key Selling Points

• The sky is holding back the clouds as best it can, even though the boy's grandmother is getting sicker. Finally, when she passes away, the storm comes—and the boy lets his tears out too.
• A picture book about the worry when a loved one gets sick and trying to push down the grief when they pass away, as well as the releasing of feelings and the power of honoring your loved one's legacy.
• Author Sarah Tsiang, who is of Chinese descent, has written a story with a Chinese family at its center, showcasing activities that reflect their heritage, including the ancestral altar, which makes the ending especially meaningful. 
• Elaine Chen's warm, welcoming artwork keeps the story feeling age-appropriate and relatable; a couple of wordless spreads allow the pictures to speak to the emotions evoked, rather than using written words.
• Sarah Tsiang is a poet, children's writer and all-around generalist when it comes to writing. She's the author of Toesy Toes, among other children's books, which earned a Kirkus starred review.