Elmer and the Rainbow

From the Series Elmer

  • Interest Level: Preschool - Grade 3
  • Reading Level: Grade 2

Elmer and the other elephants are waiting for the storm to end so they can see the beautiful rainbow. But something dreadful has happened—the rainbow has lost its colors! Elmer decides to give his own colors to the rainbow. But what will happen to Elmer if he gives the rainbow his own colors? Will he lose them forever?

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Interest Level Preschool - Grade 3
Reading Level Grade 2
Genre Picture Books
Category SEL: B Self-Management, SEL: C Social Awareness, SEL: D Relationship Skills, SEL: E Responsible Decision-Making, Social Emotional Learning
Copyright 2007
Publisher Andersen Press USA
Imprint Andersen Press USA
Language English
Number of Pages 32
Publication Date 2011-01-01
Reading Counts! Level 1.3
Text Type Fiction
BISACS JUV009020, JUV002080, JUV029020
Dewey [E]
Graphics Full-color illustrations
Dimensions 9.5 x 11
Lexile 510
Guided Reading Level L
ATOS Reading Level 2.6
Accelerated Reader® Quiz 141843
Accelerated Reader® Points 0.5
Features Original artwork, Reviewed, and Teaching Guides

Author, Illustrator: David McKee

David McKee was the creator of several famous characters including King Rollo, Mr. Benn, and Elmer the Patchwork Elephant. His books are published in numerous languages throughout the world. In 2020 David won the BookTrust’s Lifetime Achievement Award.

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Elmer

Elmer, the patchwork elephant, has been a favorite of children around the world for decades. Join Elmer and his friends as they have adventures and learn valuable lessons about helping others and embracing differences. Charmingly written and vividly illustrated by acclaimed… View available downloads →

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Publishers Weekly

“Elmer will continue to brighten his friends’ lives.” —Publishers Weekly