Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level
2.4
Points
0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction
Fiction
Word Count
278
Points per Word
0.001799
Page Count
32
Points per Page
0.015625
Description
On a terrifically rainy day, Ben has a dream in which he and his house float by the monuments of the world, half submerged in flood water.
Quick Summary
In this beautifully surreal picture book, Van Allsburg transforms a rainy day into a dreamlike voyage as Ben's house glides past the Sphinx, Eiffel Tower, and other world monuments half-submerged in rising floodwater. Kids will love discovering each monument in the detailed illustrations while floating along on this whimsical, slightly mysterious dream adventure. If your child enjoys other Van Allsburg masterpieces like "The Polar Express" or "Jumanji", they'll be equally enchanted by this strange and imaginative tale. Perfect for ages 5-8 or grades K-2.