"The stylized representations of flower species are labeled throughout, allowing young children to get an idea of how each flower type contributes to the rainbow effect."--Booklist"A splendid beginning book of colors and flowers cleverly arranged for young readers."--The Horn Book "Young readers will love watching the garden grow."--San Francisco Chronicle "A dazzling celebration . . . of the garden, the power of shape and color, and the harmony of text and image."--School Library Journal

LOIS EHLERT has created many celebrated picture books inspired by the world around her. She lives in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.