Title: The Rainbow and You
Author: E.C. Krump
Illustrator: Robin Rector Krupp
Publisher & Year of Publication: Harper Collins, 2000
Genre: Informational
Recommended Audience: Ages 6-12
Summary: This book begins by answering the myth that a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow has never been found. It briefly discusses what rainbows were perceived to be throughout history and cultures. Isaac Newton is his theory on how we see colors is explained. For example, there is no color in black because the light cannot pass through the hue. This book would be appropriate for upper elementary students who are able to think abstractly. The book is beautifully illustrated and interesting to read.
Evaluation/Reflection: I thought this was a very well-rounded book about rainbows. It explains the science of how we see it, but also notes myths and provides a biblical explanation of why rainbows exist.
Memorable Literary Moment: The acronym “ROY G BIV” was used to help clarify what colors appear in a rainbow.
Illustrations: Krupp is a talented artist, and some the painted pictures appear to be shining right on the page with no added materials.
Review: The Krupps offer a delightful picture-book study of rainbows without undercutting the magic or the beauty of the phenomenon. Roy G. Biv (his name is a mnemonic for the rainbow's colors--red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet), a gnomelike fellow with rainbow socks and a rainbow beard, helps guide youngsters through the facts. The Krupps mention rainbow stories from various cultures, from the rainbow bridge of the Viking Asgard to the rainbow serpent of the Australian Dreamtime. Isaac Newton's explication of the rainbow, the science behind double rainbows (ever notice that the order of the colors is reversed in the outer rainbow?), and the way to make a rainbow using a garden hose are just some of the intriguing tidbits the Krupps supply in engaging and effortless style. They also provide a handy checklist of questions eager students of rainbows may want to investigate. – The Booklist
Promotion Idea: This book would be great to read to library classes during early spring when rainbows are appearing frequently. Students could create drawings to represent how rainbows are formed.
Acquisition: Public library, or available on Barnes and Noble for $17.99 (hardcover).
Author: E.C. Krump
Illustrator: Robin Rector Krupp
Publisher & Year of Publication: Harper Collins, 2000
Genre: Informational
Recommended Audience: Ages 6-12
Summary: This book begins by answering the myth that a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow has never been found. It briefly discusses what rainbows were perceived to be throughout history and cultures. Isaac Newton is his theory on how we see colors is explained. For example, there is no color in black because the light cannot pass through the hue. This book would be appropriate for upper elementary students who are able to think abstractly. The book is beautifully illustrated and interesting to read.
Evaluation/Reflection: I thought this was a very well-rounded book about rainbows. It explains the science of how we see it, but also notes myths and provides a biblical explanation of why rainbows exist.
Memorable Literary Moment: The acronym “ROY G BIV” was used to help clarify what colors appear in a rainbow.
Illustrations: Krupp is a talented artist, and some the painted pictures appear to be shining right on the page with no added materials.
Review: The Krupps offer a delightful picture-book study of rainbows without undercutting the magic or the beauty of the phenomenon. Roy G. Biv (his name is a mnemonic for the rainbow's colors--red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet), a gnomelike fellow with rainbow socks and a rainbow beard, helps guide youngsters through the facts. The Krupps mention rainbow stories from various cultures, from the rainbow bridge of the Viking Asgard to the rainbow serpent of the Australian Dreamtime. Isaac Newton's explication of the rainbow, the science behind double rainbows (ever notice that the order of the colors is reversed in the outer rainbow?), and the way to make a rainbow using a garden hose are just some of the intriguing tidbits the Krupps supply in engaging and effortless style. They also provide a handy checklist of questions eager students of rainbows may want to investigate. – The Booklist
Promotion Idea: This book would be great to read to library classes during early spring when rainbows are appearing frequently. Students could create drawings to represent how rainbows are formed.
Acquisition: Public library, or available on Barnes and Noble for $17.99 (hardcover).