Information about various topics related to the science of light and color forms the foundation for a variety of craft projects.

Edna the penguin tries to find something in her surroundings that is not black, white, or blue.

A little girl discovers all sorts of artistic possibilities when she has to go a day without crayons.

Rather than use the same old colors, a child paints animals and objects in a variety of different hues. Includes biographical information about the German painter Franz Marc, who created unconventional animal paintings in the early 1900s.

Illustrations and simple, rhyming text highlight the animals, fruits, feelings, and colors that characterize each season of the year.

Little green peas make their way into collections of objects of many different colors, from blue boats, seas, and flags, to orange balloons, umbrellas, and fizzy drinks.

Red's factory-applied label clearly says that he is red, but despite the best efforts of his teacher, fellow crayons and art supplies, and family members, he cannot seem to do anything right until a new friend offers a fresh perspective.

"Relates the experiences of a dark-skinned, curly-haired child who is teased for looking different than the other kids. His skin is darker, his hair curlier. He tells his mother he wishes he could be more like everyone else. And she helps him to see how beautiful he really, truly is"--

A very hungry mouse eats a large lunch comprised of colorful foods.

A little girl discovers all the bright colors in her Hispanic American neighborhood.