Rainbow and You
What’s inside...
Explains how rainbows are formed by the colors in sunlight shining through raindrops. Everyone knows rainbows look magical, but how do they work? You'll find out when you join the Rainbow Patrol. Rainbow expert Roy G. Biv will guide you back in time to learn the importance of rainbows in ancient cultures. You'll go inside a raindrop to discover how light bends to create the rainbow's dazzling colors. Finally, you'll return home and learn how to make your own rainbow! You'll become a real rainbow expert as noted astronomer E.C. Krupp and artist Robin Rector Krupp combine fascinating facts with dazzling illustrations to reveal the secrets of the rainbow. The creators of The Big Dipper and You bring their celestial know-how a little closer to earth in this entertaining introduction to our most colorful natural wonder.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-12
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What colors in the rainbow can you name? What feelings do they make you think of?
How does the rainbow appear in the sky and why does it make you feel happy or surprised?
Can you think of other times when you've seen colors in nature? What are they and how do they make the world beautiful?
What do you think the story wants us to learn about working together and respecting differences?
If you could paint your own rainbow, what new colors would you add and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage curiosity by asking your child to think about and explain their favorite parts of the rainbow, fostering a deeper connection with the book’s illustrations.
Use the discussion about the rainbow’s colors to explore emotions, helping your child connect their feelings with different colors they see.
Prompt your child to think of other natural phenomena that relate to the story, enhancing their appreciation and awareness of the natural world around them.
Discuss the moral themes in the story, such as cooperation and diversity, to help build your child’s empathy and understanding of these concepts.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Exploring Diversity
Explanation: Through the vibrant colors of the rainbow, the book illustrates the beauty of diversity in nature and society.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate and celebrate the differences between people, understanding that like each unique color of the rainbow, every individual adds value to the world.
Example Lesson: Scientific Curiosity
Explanation: The book discusses the formation of rainbows, encouraging children to understand and explore scientific phenomena.
Real-World Application: This promotes a curiosity about the natural world, prompting children to ask questions and seek out answers about everyday occurrences and scientific concepts.
Example Lesson: Interconnectedness
Explanation: The narrative connects the rainbow to both the weather and human emotions, showing how different elements of the world interact.
Real-World Application: Kids can understand how their actions and feelings can affect others and the environment, fostering a sense of responsibility and empathy.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Imagination
Explanation: The vibrant illustrations and poetic language in the book spark imagination and encourage creative thinking.
Real-World Application: Children are inspired to engage in artistic expression and imaginative play, which are vital for cognitive development and emotional expression.
Example Lesson: Joy in Learning
Explanation: ‘Rainbow and You’ presents information in a fun and engaging way, highlighting the joy of learning new things.
Real-World Application: This can motivate children to seek knowledge and feel excitement about learning, both inside and outside the classroom.