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OVER THE RAINBOW

Name: OVER THE RAINBOW
Author: illustrated by Eric Puybaret

illustrated by Eric Puybaret

Fanciful paintings follow the lyrics. With CD by Judy Collins. (All ages)

Ages 3+Source checked

Why this age? The content is gentle and nonthreatening, with simple song lyrics and picture-book storytelling. Some abstract longing may be best understood with an adult’s help. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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At a glance

Recommended age3+

Strongest cautions

Frightening scenes1/5

Strongest positives

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Positive messages3/5
Courage & resilience1/5

What’s in it?

Frightening scenes1/5

Why this rating?

The imagery is whimsical and gentle.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience1/5

Why this rating?

Encourages the courage to dream.

Creativity & curiosity4/5

Why this rating?

Sparked by imaginative, dreamlike artistic visuals.

Educational value1/5

Why this rating?

Encourages music appreciation and reading.

Kindness & empathy1/5

Why this rating?

The tone is gentle and inviting.

Positive messages3/5

Why this rating?

Promotes hope, dreams, and optimism.

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What was the most imaginative idea in the story, and what would you add to it?
Which moment felt most tense or frightening? What helped the characters handle fear?
Which choice in OVER THE RAINBOW would you have made differently, and why?
Who changed the most in OVER THE RAINBOW, and what caused that change?

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