Winner of the Nautilus Book Award silver medal, National Indie Excellence Award, Purple Dragonfly Book Award, and BookLife Review’s Editor’s Choice Award. A timeless story about the beauty and wonder created when differences are honored and celebrated. A young trombonist pauses his practicing to wonder: what other musical voices exist? When the sweet notes from a passing piccolo waft through his open window, the boy happily declares every musical voice be found! Playing his horn through his neighborhood, he draws other curious children to join the parade. From Scottish bagpipes to French horns to a Janggu drum from Korea, each unique instrument brings a sound like no other to this impromptu parade. The procession is touched with magic when their combined voices, raised in harmony, orchestrate a colorful miracle that graces the sky. With its vibrant, joyful characters, the easy, musical cadence of the rhyming story, and its timeless message, Coloring the Rainbow is an inspiring story for kids of all ages. Awarded Praise for Coloring the Rainbow: Nautilus Book Awards Winner for a children’s picture book that honors social change, social justice, and spiritual growth. National Indie Excellence Award for an inspirational and motivational children’s picture book. Purple Dragonfly Book Award Winner for a children’s picture book in the categories of Debut Author, Arts and Music, Best Illustrations, Cultural Diversity, and Spiritual. BookLife Review Editor’s Pick Award by Publishers Weekly reviewers “The narration is arranged in evenly metered rhyme, and the singsong effect evokes the story’s musical theme. A well-told tale of the magic of making music.”—Kirkus Review “Highly engaging with its colorful, vibrant, and energetic presentation of the musical friends. This selection should be in every public library and . . .every elementary school’s DEI programming. A definite reread!” —Benjamin Franklin Award Judge “Impressively inspiring and fresh. Buy this book, send copies to your friends, and tell the world that they have gifts that they need to give for the sake of others. This book brings us closer together and closer to the truth within ourselves.” —Richard Leider, international bestselling author of The Power of Purpose, Repacking Your Bags, and Life Reimagined “Through the metaphors of color and music, Coloring the Rainbow teaches readers about the power of human connection to spark joy, wonder, and happiness.”—The Children’s Book Review “The title aptly defines this book as a colorful adventure. Coloring the Rainbow is filled with diversity and will entertain many young readers.”—Benjamin Franklin Award Judge “The story carries essential messages about diversity, working together, and embracing uniqueness. At the same time, the story celebrates the joy that comes from sharing imagination and creativity with others.” —The Children’s Book Review “A picture book for young children focusing on the value of connecting with people from all walks of life . . . [and] discovering the joy of making music. Jeffery Dale’s illustrations show children . . . with many skin tones, hair colors, and physical abilities to help young readers feel seen and included. As a universal symbol of love and acceptance, the rainbow speaks strongly to the power of art in helping people foster connections that transcend differences.” —BookLife Review, Editor’s Pick Coloring the Rainbow is a rhyming picture book about the magic created when the talents of a diverse group are shared in a colorful adventure. Catherine Rose is enjoying that time of life when one thinks of creating a legacy. Her life’s focus has been on supporting the well-being of children. In her career as a pediatric nurse, she used therapeutic storytelling to empower children to cope effectively with health challenges. Now retired, her stories embolden children to cope effectively with today’s uncertainties, with messages affirming competency, resilience, and self-worth. Married to her high school sweetheart, she enjoys being on perpetual recess with her two grandchildren who love having a story read to them, particularly one written by Nana. Jeffrey Dale’s wide scope of interest and talent in artistic design inspire him to design and/or build anything that his creative mind might conceive. From computer graphics to commissioned sculpture and furniture design, and even his debut as a children’s book illustrator, Dale’s artwork reflects his spirited imagination. Each varied project showcases his unique attention to design, movement, color, and even humor. Dale is the founder of Dale Design, situated in the thriving design community of Cary, North Carolina. He and his wife make Cary their home, and together, mentor their two grown children to create inspired futures.