"Rainbow Garden" by Patricia St. John tells the story of a young girl named Ruth who moves to a new home and struggles to find her place in a different community. Feeling lonely and anxious, Ruth discovers a neglected garden that reflects her own feelings of isolation. As she begins to tend to the garden, she finds solace in nurturing the plants and develops friendships with her neighbors. Through her gardening journey, Ruth learns valuable life lessons about love, kindness, and the importance of community. The transformation of the garden parallels her own growth, leading her to a deeper understanding of herself and others. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book has been graded for interest at 9-12 years.

There are 163 pages in this book. This book was published in 2002 by Turtleback Books .

Patricia St. John spent 27 years as a dedicated missionary to North Africa - and was also a prolific children's writer. Her books are loved and treasured around the world. Some have been turned into stirring films. Gripping adventures which cover real life issues are her hall-mark.