Hey Grandma, What is a thunderstorm?

Reach for this book when the first rumble of thunder sends your child racing for the safety of your lap or hiding under the bedsheets. It serves as a gentle bridge between the visceral fear of loud noises and the calming clarity of scientific understanding. By framing the storm through a conversation between a curious child and a wise, patient grandmother, the story validates a child's anxiety while slowly replacing it with wonder. While the narrative focuses on the mechanics of weather, its heart is in the secure attachment between generations. The grandmotherly wisdom provides a template for parents to acknowledge big fears without dismissiveness. It is particularly effective for children aged 3 to 7 who are beginning to ask 'why' about the natural world but still need significant emotional anchoring during stressful moments.