Swimmy
by Leo Lionni
Picture book · ages 4–8 · grades K–3 · 440L · 1999
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.