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Books by Leo Lionni | Wonderlit

Books by Leo Lionni

24 books · Ages 0–8

Known for the Leo Lionni's Friends series, Leo Lionni writes picture books and middle grade for ages 0–8, alongside 20 standalone books, exploring themes of animals, art & creativity, nature & outdoors.

Series

A Little Book About Spring

Mouse Seasons

A Little Book About ABCs

Leo Lionni's Friends

4 books · Ages 0–4

Standalone Books (Ages 4–7)

Cover of Swimmy

For children who feel small or scared, this inspiring story teaches how courage, cleverness, and working together can he

Cover of The Alphabet Tree

The Alphabet Tree

Letters clinging to a tree during a storm discover that by joining together, they can create powerful messages that trul

Cover of Frederick

While the other mice gather corn and nuts for the winter, Frederick collects colors, sunbeams, and words to keep his fri

Cover of The Green Tailed Mouse

The Green Tailed Mouse

A group of mice gets so caught up in their Mardi Gras costumes and masquerade that they start to forget they are just pl

Cover of In the Rabbitgarden

In the Rabbitgarden

Two curious young rabbits learn to think for themselves when they encounter a helpful serpent and find a way to enjoy fo

Cover of A Flea Story

One flea dreams of seeing the world while the other is perfectly happy at home, leading the two friends to follow their

Cover of It's Mine!

Three selfish frogs bicker over everything on their island until a storm teaches them the value of sharing and friendshi

Cover of A Busy Year

Follow two mouse twins as they form a special friendship with a tree, witnessing its seasonal transformations from month

Cover of Cornelius

Cornelius is a crocodile who walks on two legs, allowing him to see and experience the world from a perspective his peer

Cover of Frederick's Fables

Frederick's Fables

Whimsical animals lead the way through fourteen classic fables that celebrate cleverness, friendship, and the quiet powe

Cover of A Color of His Own

A Color of His Own

A little chameleon longs for a color of his own, changing with every surface he touches. His journey to find a lasting h

Cover of Let's Make Rabbits

Let's Make Rabbits

This book explores the magic of imagination and friendship. It's perfect for inspiring creative play and conversations a

Cover of Fish is Fish

When a tadpole grows legs and explores the land, his fish friend begins to wonder if there is more to see beyond the sur

Cover of Alexander and the Wind-Up Mouse

Alexander and the Wind-Up Mouse

Tired of being shooed away while his clockwork friend is cuddled, a real mouse seeks out a magic lizard to change his fa

Cover of Tico and the Golden Wings

Tico and the Golden Wings

A bird born without wings receives a magical gift of golden feathers and learns the true meaning of being unique in this

Cover of Little Blue and Little Yellow

Little Blue and Little Yellow

Little Blue and Little Yellow are inseparable friends. When they hug, they turn green, leading to a journey of self-disc

Cover of Geraldine, the Music Mouse

Geraldine, the Music Mouse

Geraldine the mouse loves cheese and music, but her world changes when a cheese statue comes to life to share a beautifu

Cover of An Extraordinary Egg

An Extraordinary Egg

Jessica the frog brings home a mysterious egg and makes a brand-new friend. She is certain the creature is a chicken, ev

Cover of Tillie and the Wall

Tillie and the Wall

Tillie the mouse is determined to see what lies beyond the mysterious wall. Join her on a journey of curiosity, persever

Cover of The Leo Lionni Treasury

The Leo Lionni Treasury

For the child who feels like they don't fit the mold, these gentle fables celebrate the power of perspective, art, and f

By Age Range

Swimmy

The Alphabet Tree

In the Rabbitgarden

Swimmy

The Alphabet Tree

Frederick

Frederick

The Green Tailed Mouse

Frederick's Fables

Common Themes

Animals Art & Creativity Nature & Outdoors Curiosity & Wonder Self-Confidence & Identity Being Different Friendship & Social Joy & Gratitude

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Best Friends

A Brave Cat

Flitterwig

The Black Tower

The Black Tower

Trixie and Jinx

Trixie and Jinx