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Swimmy

by Leo Lionni

Picture book · ages 4–8 · grades K–3 · 440L · 1999

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Why we'd hand it over

A quiet masterpiece—Lionni's collages and sparse, poetic text teach problem-solving and courage without being heavy-handed, and it holds up to dozens of rereads.

What parents said

Rhyming is well done and the illustrations are great. Lots of things to spot.

parent on r/childrensbooks, April 2026

Where to get it

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