Red is a Dragon: A Book of Colors
By Roseanne Thong
The Story
A curious child explores a vibrant multicultural city, discovering everyday objects that introduce colors like red dragons and yellow taxis, fostering a playful and educational journey into the world of colors.
Why It's Special
If your child loves exploring colors, cultural elements, and engaging rhymes, Red is a Dragon: A Book of Colors is a delightful adventure.
- Big idea: This book takes children on a vibrant journey through a young Chinese American girl's colorful world, highlighting hues in culturally rich scenes.
- Vibes: With lively rhymes and vivid illustrations, the story feels both educational and joyfully energetic.
Notice how the girl finds beauty in everyday items like firecrackers and lychees, making it a perfect read for sparking curiosity about diverse cultures.
Perfect For Kids Who...
- enjoy vibrant cultural storytelling
- love rhyming text that flows smoothly
- appreciate exploring colors in everyday life
- are curious about different cultural experiences
Ask Your Little Reader
Engage your child's mind and imagination with these questions.
- Story & problem-solving: What color did the girl see when she looked at the dragon, and why do you think it was special to her?
- Feelings & empathy: How do you think the girl felt when she saw the firecrackers? Why?
- Real-life connection: Can you find a color around us that reminds you of something in the story?
- Imagination: If you could add a new colorful item to the girl's world, what would it be and why? Encourage your child to draw their favorite colorful scene from the book.