Somos un arco iris / We Are a Rainbow (Spanish Bilingual Edition)
by Nancy Maria Grande Tabor
Charlesbridge Publishing 1995
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- diversity
- community
- empathy
- identity
- belonging
- cultural appreciation
About this book
This bilingual Spanish/English picture book invites children to explore how people from different cultures are both unique and alike. Through simple comparisons—like foods, traditions, and stories—kids discover the many ways we connect. Gentle, rhythmic text and bright cut-paper art make it ideal for read-alouds and early independent readers. Perfect for classrooms and families celebrating diversity, community, and friendship.
Setting: contemporary multicultural communities and everyday life
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Somos un arco iris / We Are a Rainbow (Spanish Bilingual Edition) right for my child?
Yes — Somos un arco iris / We Are a Rainbow (Spanish Bilingual Edition) is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2.8, which is typical for 2nd grade. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 5–9 (K–3rd grade). Themes include diversity, community, empathy.
How long does it take to read Somos un arco iris / We Are a Rainbow (Spanish Bilingual Edition)?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, Somos un arco iris / We Are a Rainbow (Spanish Bilingual Edition) takes around 4m to finish. The book has 500 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Somos un arco iris / We Are a Rainbow (Spanish Bilingual Edition) have an AR quiz?
Yes — Somos un arco iris / We Are a Rainbow (Spanish Bilingual Edition) has an AR quiz available, worth 0.5 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Somos un arco iris / We Are a Rainbow (Spanish Bilingual Edition)?
Somos un arco iris / We Are a Rainbow (Spanish Bilingual Edition) has an AR reading level of 2.8, which places it at a 2nd grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.