Today I would like to share with you one of my favorite books, A Color of His Own. This is a wonderful, heartwarming story that teaches the importance of being yourself and friendship.
Basic Information
- Title: A Color of His Own
- Author: Leo Lionni
- Illustrator: Leo Lionni
- Year of Publication: 1975
- Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
- Age range: 2 to 5 years old
Contents
“A Color of His Own” is a story about a chameleon. This cute chameleon is sad that he does not have his own unique color. All the animals around him have their own color that never changes, but the chameleon’s color changes with every change of location. One day, the chameleon decides to go on an adventure to find his own unique color. On its journey, the chameleon learns something important.
Feature
The most distinctive features of this picture book are the colorful and captivating illustrations and the simple but profound message. The animals depicted by Leo Leoni are so expressive that children will immediately become familiar with each character. Through the color-changing chameleon, the book also provides an opportunity to think about the changes we encounter in our daily lives and our journey of self-exploration.
Discover and Learn
From this picture book, children learn the importance of being oneself. At first, the chameleon is troubled by the fact that he does not have his own unique color, but through his journey, he realizes that what is really important is not his color, but his relationships with his friends and his own individuality. Through this picture book, children will discover the value of accepting themselves and being themselves.
Recommended Readers
This picture book is for children who are looking for their own identity, who like to make new friends, and who love colors and shapes. It is also perfect for parents who want to teach their children to accept themselves as they are and the importance of friendship, and for teachers who want to discuss emotions and social skills in kindergarten and school.
Summary
“A Color of His Own” is a picture book that teaches the journey of finding one’s identity and the importance of friendship. The beautiful illustrations by Leo Leoni and the touching story can be enjoyed by children and adults alike. This picture book will teach the importance of valuing each person’s individuality and relationships with those around them. Why not take a chameleon on a journey to find your own unique color?
Japanese translation here
