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The Rainbow Fish

Ages 3–8 · Under $25

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A picture book about a beautiful fish covered in shimmering scales who learns the value of sharing after feeling lonely and left out.

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Best for

Kids who respond well to a visually striking book with a sharing theme.

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Reviewed by Givloom

Why it's here

A simple, visually striking story about sharing that actually holds a kid's attention — the shiny foil scales on the fish are a genuine draw, not just a gimmick.

Skip it if

The sharing message is fairly direct — skip if you'd rather a story without an obvious lesson attached.

Screen-free score

5/5

Mess level

Low

Parent involvement

Low

Faith-friendly

Yes

Author

Marcus Pfister

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