Swinging on a Rainbow by Charles Perkins (Hardcover)

Swinging on a Rainbow by Charles Perkins is a fun story about a little girl named Patrice who just happens to love rainbows. She loves rainbows so much that one day she imagines herself swinging on one. “What a terrific idea,” she says. She takes her kitty and goes outside to tell her friends about her wonderful idea.

She is so excited about her idea and hopes her friends are too. Some of them are all for it, and some are a little afraid. “Because that’s not why rainbows are made,” they told her. Just as she’s about to convince them, storm clouds come out and it starts to rain…

All of her friends begin running home, “leaving Patrice in the rain all alone.” Patrice walks home, crying and feeling rejected. Upon entering her backyard, the rain stops and the sun pops out.

Patrice can hardly believe her eyes for over her swing is the world’s prettiest rainbow. “How could this be–But A Rainbow! A Rainbow! A Rainbow for me.” She runs and jumps into her swing and begins SWINGING ON A RAINBOW.

Overview Swinging on a Rainbow by Charles Perkins

Discover the enchanting world of ‘Swinging on a Rainbow’ by Charles Perkins, where young Patrice’s love for rainbows sparks a magical adventure. Immerse yourself in this heartwarming tale filled with imagination, friendship, and the extraordinary joy of turning dreams into reality. Join Patrice on a whimsical journey as she swings on a real rainbow, proving that sometimes, the most fantastical ideas can lead to the most extraordinary moments. Dive into this captivating story that blends the magic of childhood dreams with the power of believing in the extraordinary, making ‘Swinging on a Rainbow’ a delightful and uplifting read for all ages

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More About Swinging on a Rainbow by Charles Perkins

A young African American girl named Patrice unleashes her imagination in an enchanting tale, pondering the experience of swinging on a rainbow. However, the narrative crafted by Perkins falls short in its creative ambition. The verse, aiming for charm, unfortunately comes across as forced and overly simplistic. The story begins with uninspired rhymes: “This is a story about pretty little Patrice / Who one day thought it would be so very neat / To go out and play and sing on her swing / For Patrice loved swinging more than anything.” Patrice’s joy and enthusiasm for her swing are unmatched, but as rain begins, her friends leave her side. Amidst her solitude, a stunning development occurs: a brilliant rainbow appears right over her swing, “Each color so bright with a marvelous glow.” Despite Patrice’s delight in her wish coming to fruition, both the verse and Hamilton’s vibrant but somewhat awkward and cluttered illustrations struggle to bring the magic of the story to life.