For students who love animals, Leo Lionni’s books are a hit. Certainly, his illustration style is easy to identify. It was followed by a long list of others including Swimmy, Alexander and the Wind-Up Mouse, Inch by Inch, Frederick, A Color of His Own, and Fish is Fish. Several of these were award winners. Then, in 1959, Leo Lionni’s first book was published, Little Blue and Little Yellow. books by leo lionni author of swimmy goodreads. He had work showcased in various galleries in New York and Japan. by leo lionni 9780399555503 web with its graceful text and stunning artwork this caldecott honor book.
Shortly after he married, he and his wife relocated to the United States (1939), and his career as an artist took off. Leo Lionni studied economics, but by the early 1930s, his passion for art took over as his career. Interestingly, he was a self taught artist.
The Life and Times of Leo LionniĪs a child, Leo Lionni spent a lot of time visiting museums, and he loved art.
Lionni’s books are all written around a second grade level, and he is a fantastic choice if you’re interested in an author study. His wonderful mouse stories and interesting illustrations have become his trademark. Leo Lionni is a favorite author for the primary grades.
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