Planting a Rainbow

Planting a Rainbow is a joyful, vibrant introduction to gardening, color, and the wonder of watching plants grow.

In this beloved board book edition, young readers follow a mother and child as they plant bulbs, seeds, and seedlings in their backyard and patiently tend them as they grow into a brilliant rainbow of flowers. Using bold, textured cut-paper collage and simple, spare text, Lois Ehlert brings the rhythms of gardening and the beauty of the natural world to life.

At once a celebration of color and a gentle lesson in how gardens grow, this book invites little ones to observe, ask questions, and imagine planting something of their own.

Why we love it

• Introduces basic gardening concepts in a playful, visual way
• Supports color recognition and early learning
• Bright, iconic artwork that celebrates plants and growth
• Durable board book format for young hands

Great for

• Babies and toddlers
• Budding gardeners and nature-loving families
• Earth Day, springtime, and garden-themed gifts
• Reading alongside planting seeds or visiting the garden