Colour Me
What’s inside...
A vivid and dynamic story that revolves around themes of identity and self-expression, as the protagonist learns to embrace their true colors in a society where conformity is the norm. Using the rainbow as a metaphor for our diversity and uniqueness, indigenous author, Ezekiel Kwaymullina, joins forces with award-winning illustrator, Moira Court, in this gorgeous new picture book. Luminous screen prints and evocative prose celebrate every individual color as well as the power of their combination.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-5
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do the colors in the book make you feel?
Which color would you choose to describe your day today and why?
Can you think of a time when you felt like the color blue (or any other color from the book)? What happened?
If you could add a color to the book, which one would it be and why?
How do you think the story would change if we changed some of the colors?
Tip: Role play these questions
Before starting the book, ask your child to talk about their favorite color and why they like it.
While reading, take pauses to discuss the significance of each color used—ask your child how they think the character feels about that color.
Encourage your child to draw scenes from the book using the colors that they feel are appropriate for the emotions or events occurring.
After reading, have a color-based activity, such as coloring or crafting, to reinforce the themes discussed in the book.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next if the story continued and encourage them to use colors in their explanations.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Creativity and Self-Expression
Explanation: The book invites children to express themselves through colors, each page presenting an opportunity to make unique artistic choices.
Real-World Application: Children learn to express their feelings and ideas creatively, which can be applied in art projects or daily activities requiring imaginative thinking.
Example Lesson: Decision Making
Explanation: As children choose different colors for different parts of the book, they practice making decisions and observing the outcomes of their choices.
Real-World Application: This skill helps in everyday situations where children need to choose between multiple options, such as selecting a snack or choosing a game to play.
Example Lesson: Understanding Cause and Effect
Explanation: Through experimenting with colors, children see how mixing them produces new colors, teaching them cause and effect.
Real-World Application: This understanding helps children grasp that their actions have consequences, a fundamental concept in both academic learning and social interactions.
Example Lesson: Concentration and Focus
Explanation: Coloring within the lines requires concentration and enhances focus, important skills for academic tasks.
Real-World Application: Improved focus can lead to better performance in school tasks like reading, writing, and math.
Example Lesson: Pride in Accomplishments
Explanation: Upon completing a coloring page, children experience a sense of achievement and pride in their work.
Real-World Application: This encourages a positive self-image and motivation to undertake new tasks, boosting confidence in their abilities.