LWE’s goal is to create happy memories for a child, while enlightening them on how to handle adverse situations that may pop up in life. Each book can be read over and over, especially when a child is experiencing a trying situation.

Book 1/Yellow: Four Yummy Cupcakes

This book encourages young children to make healthy eating choices. For example, when enjoying cupcakes, candy, or other sweet treats, it teaches the importance of eating them in moderation. It also encourages children to share, be fair, and make thoughtful, positive decisions.

The accompanying discussion page gives parents and caregivers an opportunity to reinforce these lessons by explaining that staying healthy involves regular physical activity as well as eating nutritious foods, including fruits and vegetables.

This book encourages children to begin developing healthy habits at an early age, helping lay the foundation for healthier, happier, and more successful lives in the future.

Book 2/Pink: Honest Little Me

Book 2 teaches children that being honest and trustworthy earns the confidence and respect of others, bringing a sense of pride, happiness, and self-confidence. The accompanying discussion page gives parents and caregivers an opportunity to reinforce these lessons by explaining the importance of trustworthiness, accountability, and accepting responsibility for one’s actions—qualities that can help children build strong relationships and achieve success throughout life.

Book 3/Orange: If I Work Very Hard

This book encourages young children to practice, work hard, and always do their best in every activity they choose to explore. As children grow, they naturally discover the interests and talents that make them unique. By trying a variety of activities, they have the opportunity to discover what they enjoy most and where their natural abilities may lie. With dedication, practice, and perseverance, they can continue to improve and reach their full potential.

The accompanying discussion page gives parents and caregivers an opportunity to reinforce these lessons by encouraging children to keep trying, even when something is difficult. It helps children understand that consistent effort, patience, and perseverance are often the keys to improvement and success. The talents they develop during childhood—whether academic, athletic, artistic, musical, or in another area—may open doors to future educational, personal, or career opportunities.

Book 3 shares with children that if they work very hard they could become number one at something they have interest in. However, not everyone can be #1, but everyone can strive to become the very best version of themselves. In the discussion section an adult can teach a child that doing their personal best makes them #1 on their own list, building confidence, resilience, and a healthy sense of self-worth. A person instinctively knows themselves when they are doing their best.

In today’s world, children are increasingly exposed to rankings, reviews, competition, and comparisons through school, sports, websites, and social media. This may cause children added pressure. This book helps equip young children with the confidence, determination, and self-belief they need to value themselves for who they are, overcome outside pressures, and continue working toward their goals with a positive attitude no matter what. Consequently, if this is taught at a young age before school life, competitions and rankings will not be as intimidating.

Book 4/Green: The Green Eyed Monster

This book helps young children recognize that they may sometimes experience uncomfortable feelings of envy or jealousy when they see someone else’s possessions, abilities, or success. Through a relatable story, children learn that these emotions can sometimes lead them to feel angry, hurt, or react unkindly toward a friend.

The Green-Eyed Monster encourages children to recognize these feelings, take responsibility for their actions, and choose positive ways to respond instead of blaming others. In a caring and memorable way, the story demonstrates the consequences of allowing envy and jealousy to grow while showing children healthier ways to manage these emotions and build positive relationships.

The accompanying discussion page gives parents and caregivers an opportunity to reinforce these lessons by helping children understand that feelings of envy and jealousy are normal emotions, but they do not have to control their actions. Learning healthy ways to recognize and manage these emotions during the early years can help children develop empathy, gratitude, self-confidence, and stronger friendships throughout life.

Book 5/Red: My Baby Sister

This book teaches young children that anger is not an acceptable way to respond to frustration, disappointment, or annoyance. Through an engaging story, it demonstrates safe, positive, and effective ways to manage these strong emotions. Children learn that choosing self-control, patience, and respectful communication is a much better way to solve problems and achieve their goals.

The accompanying discussion page gives parents and caregivers an opportunity to reinforce these lessons by explaining that revenge is never the right response and that forgiveness, self-control, and thoughtful decision-making lead to healthier relationships and better outcomes.

Anger is a powerful emotion that every child experiences. Learning healthy ways to recognize, express, and manage anger during the early years can help children develop emotional resilience, build positive relationships, and make wise choices in their relationships throughout their lives.

Book 6/Blue: The Blue Ranger

This book helps young children understand the strong feelings they may experience when they really want a toy or another item that belongs to someone else. Through an engaging story, it teaches that taking something without permission is never the right choice. Instead, children are encouraged to ask permission, be patient, and work toward earning the things they want.

The accompanying discussion page gives parents and caregivers an opportunity to reinforce these lessons by explaining the importance of respecting other people’s belongings and making honest, responsible choices. It also encourages adults to introduce simple, age-appropriate chores or responsibilities as a fun way to teach children that working toward a goal can be rewarding and that earning something often makes it even more meaningful.

Book 7/Purple: If You Want to be a Winner!

The 7th book of The Rainbow Race brings together several important life lessons. It encourages children to be kind, considerate, and respectful toward others while demonstrating that there is no need to boast, bully, or put others down to be noticed or succeed. Instead, children learn that true success comes through kindness, perseverance, and believing in themselves.

The story also shows that difficult circumstances, disappointments, or setbacks do not have to prevent someone from achieving their goals. With determination, a positive attitude, and a willingness to keep trying, children learn that they can overcome challenges and continue moving toward their dreams.

The accompanying discussion page gives parents and caregivers an opportunity to reinforce these lessons by encouraging children to keep going, remain positive, and never give up, no matter what obstacles they may face. The final message of The Rainbow Race is simple yet powerful: believe in yourself, keep moving forward, and finish your race.