Leo Lionni
Leo Lionni was a Dutch-American graphic designer and author-illustrator whose picture books used simple shapes and collage to explore profound themes of identity and community. Frederick and Swimmy became modern classics of the picture book form.
Works
- FrederickMouse poet creates meaning and warmth during harsh winter for feline colony
- SwimmySmall fish leads school to form giant fish shape, becoming strong together
- Inch by InchInchworm measures his way through garden, discovering his own worth and value
- Little Blue and Little YellowTwo colors mix and explore color world, learning about identity together
- Alexander and the Wind-Up MouseMouse seeks yellow wind-up toy friend who shares his loneliness and experience
- A Color of His OwnChameleon searches for color that matches him, discovering inner uniqueness