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Elmer and the Rainbow

By David Mckee

Part of the Elmer series

A rainbow has lost its colours—can Elmer solve the mystery without losing his own?

heartwarming vibrant inspiring

Pageticker community rating

Average score: 4.68

From 19 readers

Genres

Animals Feelings/Wellbeing

What is Elmer and the Rainbow about?

After a storm, Elmer and his friends eagerly await a rainbow, but it appears without its colours! Determined to help, Elmer sets off to restore its brilliance by sharing his own vibrant hues. But will Elmer lose his colours forever? A heartwarming tale of generosity and selflessness.

About the author

David McKee was a brilliant British author and illustrator, best known for creating the colourful Elmer the Patchwork Elephant stories. His books are loved by children all around the world for their fun characters and important messages about being unique and accepting others. David McKee also created Mr Benn, another much-loved character from books and television.

Pages

21 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2009

First published

2007

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