Rainbow Street

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Praise for the book

“Rainbow Street is a deliciously, delightful story of community, and inclusive celebration. This is a perfect picture book encouraging conversations around how we can all live side-by-side, with joy, thanks to gleeful prose by R.W.R. McDonald and riotous illustrations by Kelly Canby.”

– Andrea Rowe

“R.W.R McDonald’s Rainbow Street is full of love and acceptance, sending a heartfelt message that everyone is important. …a colourful and fun picture book for readers of all ages to enjoy and connect with. It’s a book for everyone, and one that I think will be beloved by many readers.”

– The Book Muse

About the book

Welcome to Rainbow Street! Meet Cherry’s rainbow family and her fun-loving neighbours as they enjoy a street party with family traditions and delicious food from around the world. Rainbow Street invites young readers (and their grown-ups!) to explore the magic of inclusion, the joy of diversity, and the simple delight of belonging. And there is always a place for everyone at the table. There’s just one thing missing … Where is grandma?

Download the Extras

Romi Sharp has created a free downloadable Teacher’s Resource for age 4 to 8 years, covering Key Curriculum Areas: English, Mathematics, Science / STEAM, Health and Physical Education, The Arts, HASS

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Theme

Family / family dynamics
Intergenerational
relationships
Inclusion
Diversity
Belonging
Traditions / traditional
foods and customs
Cultural backgrounds
Community unity

About the author

About the author

R.W.R. McDonald is an award-winning New Zealand author based in Naarm (Melbourne), Australia. His debut novel, The Nancys, won the Ngaio Marsh Award for Best First Novel before being published internationally in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and North America. He is also the author of Nancy Business, An Ambush of Widows, Happy Millionth Birthday and Rainbow Street.

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