Rainbow Quotes & Sayings for Kids, Hope, and Happiness
Looking for rainbow quotes to brighten a card, a classroom display, or someone’s day? You’ll find short rainbow sayings for kids, playful captions, and quotes about love, hope, and getting through difficult days.
Pick a favorite saying to pair with our free rainbow templates, or use a short line in a lunchbox note. The kids’ sayings and caption ideas below are wording suggestions created for this collection, rather than quotations credited to famous people.
Rainbow Sayings for Kids
These simple rainbow messages work well on homemade cards and colorful artwork. Let kids choose the one they like best, then talk about what it means to them.
- A little kindness adds a lot of color.
- Every color has a place in our rainbow.
- Your ideas make our world more colorful.
- A rainbow of friends makes a brighter day.
- Big dreams come in every color.
- Make room for someone else’s color.
- You can bring a little sunshine to a friend.
- Our classroom shines in every shade.
- One kind word can brighten a cloudy day.
- Color your day with something kind.
For a kindness display, pair a rainbow with our printable cloud templates. Children can write a kind action on each cloud, such as inviting someone to play or helping a friend.
Short Rainbow Captions
Need a few words for a rainbow photo or a cheerful card? Try one of these short caption ideas.
- A little rain, a lovely surprise.
- Found a reason to look up.
- Today’s forecast: more color.
- Clouds with a colorful ending.
- Caught a rainbow on the way home.
- Seven colors, one happy moment.
- A bright spot in an ordinary day.
- Saving this little piece of sky.
If you’re giving a handmade rainbow unicorn bookmark, add a short rainbow message to the gift tag for a colorful reading surprise.
A note on quote credits: Rainbow sayings often circulate with different wording and author names. “Attributed to” marks a credit we have not confirmed in an original source; “author unverified” means we could not establish a reliable author. Those sayings are separate from the wording ideas above.
Rainbow Quotes About Love and Beauty
When you think of a rainbow, you might think of beauty, harmony, and possibilities. These are also qualities that can be associated with love. Here are some rainbow quotes that speak to the connection between love and beauty:
“The greater your storm, the brighter your rainbow.” – Author unverified
“Rainbows apologize for angry skies.” – Attributed to Sylvia Voirol
“Try to be a rainbow in someone’s cloud.” – Attributed to Maya Angelou
“Somewhere over the rainbow, skies are blue, and the dreams that you dare to dream really do come true.” – E. Y. Harburg, lyrics to Over the Rainbow (music by Harold Arlen)
“Life throws challenges and every challenge comes with rainbows and lights to conquer it.” – Attributed to Amit Ray
“In life, you either choose to sing a rainbow, or you don’t. Keep singing.” – Attributed to Kathleen Long
“When it rains look for rainbows, when it’s dark look for stars.” – Author unverified
“Like a rainbow, you bring color to ordinary places.” – Author unverified
“It’s when a rainbow smiles that sadness is banished from the land.” – Attributed to Anthony T. Hincks
“A rainbow is the product of physics working for your appreciation of beauty.” – Attributed to Kyle Hill
“Rainbow of happiness: that’s what you are.” – Attributed to Anthony T. Hincks
“Everyone wants happiness, nobody wants pain, but you can’t have a rainbow without a little rain.” – Attributed to Zion Lee
“The work will wait while you show the child the rainbow, but the rainbow won’t wait while you do the work.” – Attributed to Patricia Clafford
“Let no one who loves be called altogether unhappy. Even love unreturned has its rainbow.” – Attributed to James M. Barrie
“A rainbow is a prism that sends shards of multicolored light shooting into all directions. It lifts our spirits and makes the world a more beautiful place.” – Attributed to Paul Pearsall
“The true harvest of my daily life is somewhat as intangible and indescribable as the tints of morning or evening. It is a little star-dust caught, a segment of the rainbow which I have clutched.” – Attributed to Henry David Thoreau
“If you want to enjoy the rainbow, be prepared to endure the storm.” – Attributed to Warren W. Wiersbe
“The rainbow is a part of nature, and you have to be in the right place to see it. It’s beautiful, all of the colors, even the colors you can’t see.” – Attributed to Gilbert Baker
“Love is like a rainbow, where each color stands for a different aspect of love. Red is for passion, orange is for enthusiasm, yellow is for friendship, green is for growth, blue is for loyalty, and violet is for tenderness.” – Author unverified
“The beauty of a rainbow is that it can only be seen when both the sun and rain are present. In the same way, the beauty of love can only be experienced when both joy and pain are present.” – Author unverified
“Love is like a rainbow, it shines after a storm and brings happiness and hope.” – Author unverified
“Beauty is not just skin deep, it’s the reflection of your heart and soul. When you love yourself, you shine like a rainbow.” – Author unverified
“Love is the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.” – Author unverified
“Music is the rainbow that fills your heart with love.” – Author unverified
“Your favorite color is like a reflection of your heart. When you love yourself, you shine in your favorite color like a rainbow.” – Author unverified
“Dreams are like rainbows, they show you the possibilities of what can be.” – Author unverified
“Shine your soul with the same egoless humility as the rainbow and no matter where you go in this world or the next, love will find you, attend you, and bless you.” – Attributed to Aberjhani
“Love is like a rainbow, it’s meant to be shared with others.” – Author unverified
“Raindrops are like love, they fall from the sky and nourish the earth. When you appreciate the rain, you appreciate the beauty of love.” – Author unverified
“I’d rather see the world as a rainbow than an endless shade of gray.” – Attributed to Amani Abba
It was the rainbow gave thee birth, and left thee all her lovely hues. – W. H. Davies
These rainbow quotes remind us that love and beauty are intertwined, and that both can be found in the world around us.
Rainbow Quotes About Life and Hope
A rainbow can be a hopeful image when things feel hard. These sayings offer encouragement, but you don’t have to find a bright side right away.
“Life is like a rainbow, you need both the sun and the rain to make its colors appear.” – Author unverified
“It takes both the sun and the rain to make a beautiful rainbow.” – Author unverified
“You’re the treasure at the end of my rainbow.” – Author unverified
“When life gives you a hundred reasons to cry, show life that you have a thousand reasons to smile.” – Attributed to Suzy Kassem
“Never stop chasing rainbows.” – Author unverified
“Don’t miss all the beautiful colors of the rainbow looking for that pot of gold.” – Author unverified
“I adore the sky wearing rainbow shawl of love for the birds so that they could fly free in warmth after the storm.” – Attributed to Munia Khan
“Look at the world through rainbow colored glasses” – Author unverified
“When I see a rainbow, I know that someone, somewhere loves me.” – Attributed to Anthony T. Hincks
“I’m always chasing rainbows, watching clouds drifting by.” – From I’m Always Chasing Rainbows, performed by Alice Cooper
“When you can’t find the sunshine, be the sunshine.” – Author unverified
“He stared at her the way folks stare at a rainbow, taking in all that unexpected beauty, not wanting to look away in case it might disappear.” – Attributed to Shannon Wiersbitzky
“Pain is just a part of the journey, but it’s up to you to decide how much of your journey you want it to be.” – Author unverified
The image above shares a common motivational saying, but pain and grief aren’t choices. Take any encouragement that helps, and leave the rest.
“Hope is the rainbow of the soul.” – Author unverified
“God puts rainbows in the clouds so that each of us – in the dreariest and most dreaded moments – can see a possibility of hope.” – Attributed to Maya Angelou
“Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass, it’s about learning to dance in the rain.” – Attributed to Vivian Greene
“Inside every child is a rainbow waiting to shine.” – Author unverified
“The promise of sunshine after rain is an example of how life can be unpredictable, yet beautiful.” – Author unverified
“Love from novels isn’t true love: it ends where it should begin. True love, deep love, grows up with time, throughout days of dullness and days of storms. It leaves in one’s heart a rainbow of tenderness and forgiveness which illuminates forever the beloved one.” – Attributed to Gabrielle Dubois
Remember, life is a journey full of problems and challenges, but it’s also full of beauty and hope. Keep your vision clear and always remember the promise of sunshine after the rain.
Funny Rainbow Quotes and Sayings
“If you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain. And just like love, sometimes it pours, and other times, it’s just drizzle!” – Author unverified
“Rainbows are just to show that the world has been working in color way before television.” – Attributed to Anthony T. Hincks
“Always be yourself unless you can be a rainbow. Then always be a rainbow!” – Author unverified
“There’s no gold at the end of the rainbow. There’s only soggy cereal if you’re lucky.” – Author unverified
“Sure there’s a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. It’s just a matter of out-running the leprechaun!” – Author unverified
For a playful St. Patrick’s Day display, add a funny rainbow saying beside our pot of gold templates.
“Rainbows are Mother Nature’s promise to never again make us wash our cars by hand.” – Author unverified
“When I see a rainbow, I know that someone, somewhere has just leveled up!” – Author unverified
“Unicorns and rainbows exist, but they’re clearly in a long-term relationship because you never see one without the other!” – Author unverified
Remember, humor is like a rainbow; it brightens up any day, no matter how gloomy!
Rainbow Colors and Kindness
A rainbow makes a lovely starting point for talking about how different people belong together. Ask children to give each color a kind word or action. There isn’t one correct meaning for each color—these are ideas to get the conversation started.
- Red: Love—tell someone why you care about them.
- Orange: Sharing—invite a friend to join in.
- Yellow: Cheer—offer a friendly smile.
- Green: Helping—lend a hand with a small job.
- Blue: Listening—give someone time to talk.
- Indigo: Courage—try something new or ask for help.
- Violet: Welcome—make space for someone in your game.
Let each child suggest their own ideas. The finished rainbow can be a reminder to treat everyone with kindness and respect.
Rainbow Quotes About Grief and Sadness
When someone is grieving, a gentle message can mean more than a promise that everything will be better soon. Choose words that fit the person and their beliefs, and leave room for however they are feeling.
“The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain.” – Attributed to Dolly Parton
“There is no rainbow without a storm and rain.” – Attributed to Roy T. Bennett
“Grief and sadness knits two hearts in closer bonds than happiness ever can; and common sufferings are far stronger than common joys.” – Attributed to Alphonse de Lamartine
“With all colors combined the world shines. After all the rain’s gone, the rainbow is a sign that we’re not forgotten.” – Author unverified
“Tears are like the natural bleeding of a deeply wounded heart. Out of those tears will come light, just as a rainbow.” – Author unverified
“The soul would have no rainbow, had the eyes no tears.” – Attributed to John Vance Cheney
“God’s light shines both day and night, seas and skies, granting us insight to the heart. And if a tear should appear, it’s OK, for the rainbow will soon be near.” – Author unverified
“When the morning gathers the rainbow, want you to know I’m a rainbow too.” – Attributed to Bob Marley
“Rainbows remind us that even after the darkest clouds and the fiercest winds, there is still beauty.” – Attributed to Katrina Mayer
“After every storm, there is a rainbow. If you have eyes, you will find it. If you have wisdom, you will create it. If you have love for yourself and others, you won’t need it.” – Attributed to Shannon L. Alder
A rainbow may feel comforting to some people and not to others. If you’re writing a sympathy card, a simple “I’m here for you” can be enough.
“Today’s teardrops are tomorrow’s rainbows.” – From Today’s Teardrops, performed by Ricky Nelson
“The only way to get through grief is to get through it.” – Attributed to John Green
You will hold me with your wondering eyes in the serenity of a purest mind at the dream’s edge of my quiet golden shores accompanied by the melodies of emerald blue rippling waves where I will always remain voicing harmony in the over the rainbow soothing memories of your heart. – Attributed to Oksana Rus
These quotes remind us that it’s okay to feel sad and that it’s a natural part of the grieving process. They encourage us to embrace our emotions and work through them in our own time.
There is no deadline for feeling better. A hopeful saying can sit alongside sadness without asking anyone to hide it.
Rainbows in Poetry and Song
Rainbows appear in poems as well as songs. W. H. Davies describes a bird borrowing a rainbow’s colors in The Kingfisher. The familiar song Over the Rainbow has lyrics by E. Y. Harburg and music by Harold Arlen, as described in Harburg’s Songwriters Hall of Fame biography.
