Rainbows for Ruby
Maphakela Macheba
Offei Tettey Eugene

Ruby lived in a little pink house with her mama. One morning, she saw something magical in the sky. A rainbow ! Big and bright, stretching far and wide. "Let's go find the end !" Ruby said with a giggle.

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Mama packed a picnic. And brought a book. Ruby wore her red boots and carried her Teddy.They walked passed the garden, past the tall trees, and followed the rainbow.

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At the top of the hill they saw many people holding hands looking at the rainbow

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They arrived at the park, children were playing,some were playing soccer, skipping rope and some with bycicles. They were able to see the rainbow.

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Ruby's mama shared stories about the rainbow. Then went to the Hill to be with everyone.

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At the mountain everyone shared stories about rainbows. One said it lead to treasure and the other said they bring wishes. Ruby whispered," I think rainbows bring friends".

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The rainbow shimmered above them, glowing like a dream.Ruby hugged her teddy and looked around but she did not find gold or magic beans....
But she found laughter,hugs and a sunny afternoon.

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The rainbow faded and everyone went home.

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The end!

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Rainbows for Ruby
Author - Maphakela Macheba
Illustration - Offei Tettey Eugene, Rob Owen
Language - English
Level - First paragraphs