A Color of His Own

Title: A Color of His Own

Author: Leo Lionni

Illustrator: Leo Lionni

Publisher: Dragonfly Books (1997)

ISBN: 9780679887850

“All animals have a colour of their own – except for chameleons. They change color wherever they go.” A chameleon searches for his identity by deciding whether he should turn just one colour like other animals. As he travels with another chameleon he realises that having a colour of his own is not as important as friendship. His new philosophy is cemented when he meets a chameleon just like himself. “They remained side by side” changing colours together.

A wonderful collection of picture books that promote empathy, compassion and acceptance to ourselves and others.

This wonderful selection of books shows characters appreciating others and the beauty of the world.

This collection of picture books promotes colour knowledge, imagination and creativity.

These picture books encourage children to share & cooperate with others. They offer strategies on how to work towards peaceful and good-natured friendships.

Children often experience pressure to conform to social norms and can suffer from anxiety because they feel different. These picture books promote the message that we should embrace who we are.

Picture books are a great way to foster self-esteem in children. These books promote positive self-esteem and help children make positive life choices.

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Teaching Children Philosophy: A Colour of His Own Guidelines for Philosophical Discussion

Alabama Learning Exchange: Leo Lionni’s A Color of His Own Lesson Plan

Academy at the Lakes: A Color of His Own Pre School Craft Ideas

Japan Association for Language Teaching: What can we teach with books by Leo Lionni? (English and Japanese)

Mermaid Theatre: Leo Lionni: A Resource Guide for Teachers

Random House: Storytime Activities

Random House: Celebrate the World of Leo Lionni

Castellani Art Museum: Leo Lionni teacher packet

Random House Kids: Leo Lionni Information

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