The Science Behind the Rainbow

Have you ever painted a picture and mixed different colors together? Nature does something similar to create a rainbow. When sunlight passes through raindrops, it’s like each drop is a tiny glass ball. The light goes in, bends (scientists call this ‘refraction’), and then spreads out into a band of colors.

The Sun and Rain Dance

Imagine the sun and rain having a dance in the sky. When they dance together just right, we get a rainbow. For the best rainbows, the sun likes to stay low in the sky, and the raindrops like to hang in the air in front of it. This dance happens when it’s raining in one part of the sky and sunny in another.

A Closer Look at Rainbow Colors

A rainbow has seven main colors. Can you think of them all? Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet! Next time you see a rainbow, try to find each color. It’s a fun game you can play with the sky.

More Than Just Rainbows

Sometimes, if we’re very lucky, we might see a double rainbow. It’s like getting two treats instead of one! There’s also something called a moonbow, which is a rainbow made at night by moonlight.

Your Turn to Create!

Now it’s your turn to make some rainbow magic. With our rainbow coloring page, you can create a rainbow anytime, even when it’s not raining. Choose your favorite colors and make your own rainbow shine! Download the coloring page and let your creativity rain down color across the sky!