There was an old lady who swallowed a rainbow!
By Lucille Colandro
The Old Lady swallows a rainbow and other wonders—but what colourful surprise is she planning?
colourful · silly · rhythmic · magical
Genres
What is There was an old lady who swallowed a rainbow! about?
The Old Lady is back, and this time she is swallowing the most colourful things imaginable! First comes a rainbow, followed by a cloud, glitter, a cone and a pole. With every surprising mouthful, the silly rhyme grows longer and more ridiculous. But what could she possibly be planning? Young readers can join in with the repeated verses, guess what she will swallow next and discover the magical, funny result at the end of this lively twist on the traditional nursery rhyme.
About the author
Lucille Colandro is a popular author best known for her funny and imaginative 'There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a...' series. Her books make children laugh with their playful rhymes and surprising stories. Lucille enjoys creating stories that spark curiosity and help young readers discover a love for books and reading.
Pages
32 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
This edition
2025
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