Rainbow's End
#1 in Dream Chaser Series
on Goodreads (16)
What’s inside...
Ellie returns to the United States via New York to visit her friend Alice and promises to take her to Boston when she is more financially stable. Ellie then sets up her own store in Boston with the help of Zak, and the store becomes successful. Mr. Samuel asks Ellie to design his new range and go to Paris. Meanwhile, Zak, who is on business in London, visits and there may be a potential romance. As business thrives and Ellie's designs impress, Alice grows impatient and runs away. Ellie decides to search for her. During this time, Johnny Sheerin visits, and Ellie is faced with a tough decision between Johnny and Zak, who has always supported her.
Discussion points
What do you think was the most exciting part of the adventure at Rainbow's End?
How do you think the characters felt when they finally found the treasure?
What would you do if you were in the same situation as the characters?
What did you learn about friendship from this story?
If you could add another character to the story, who would it be and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine themselves in the story and ask them how they would interact with the characters.
Discuss the emotions of the characters at different points in the book to help your child understand and express their own feelings.
After reading, encourage your child to draw their favorite scene or character from the book. This can lead to further discussion about the story’s themes.
Use the quest for the treasure in the story as a metaphor to talk about personal goals and aspirations with your child.
Relate the teamwork displayed by the characters to real-life situations like working together in family tasks or group activities at school.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The value of diversity
Explanation: In 'Rainbow's End', the story revolves around characters from varying backgrounds and colors coming together to solve a problem, demonstrating the beauty and strength of diversity.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate and embrace differences in their classmates and friends, understanding that everyone has something valuable to contribute.
Example Lesson: The importance of teamwork
Explanation: The characters in the book must collaborate and use their unique abilities to find the treasure at the end of the rainbow, emphasizing the power of working together.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this lesson by engaging in group activities at school or in sports, learning that teamwork can lead to achieving great goals.
Example Lesson: Perseverance and problem-solving
Explanation: Throughout their adventure, the characters encounter various challenges but persistently find creative solutions, underscoring the importance of not giving up in the face of difficulties.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to tackle their own obstacles, whether in homework or personal challenges, with a persistent and creative mindset.
Example Lesson: Joy in the journey
Explanation: The book highlights that while reaching the goal is exciting, the adventures and experiences along the way are just as valuable.
Real-World Application: Children are reminded to find joy in everyday moments and not just focus solely on the outcome of their endeavors.