A Color of His Own
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Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 1975

A Color of His Own

Written and illustrated by Leo Lionni

A chameleon seeks a permanent color but discovers friendship instead.

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30 pages· AD490L· AR 2.3 · 0.5 AR pts
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Bookroo's summary

A chameleon, tired of changing colors, decides to stay on a green leaf to keep one hue forever. But as the seasons change, so does the leaf, and the chameleon learns that true companionship is more valuable than a fixed color. When another chameleon suggests they journey together, he discovers that having a friend means always being alike, no matter the surroundings. This tale of friendship and self-discovery, with its vibrant illustrations, introduces young readers to the beauty of colors and the importance of companionship.

From the publisher

A story of a chameleon who, in search of his own color, finds a true friend.

At a glance
Format
Pages
30
Reading age
2–5
Audience
Board
Lexile
AD490L
AR book level
2.3
AR points
0.5
AR quiz
49248
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Book details

Reading levels
F&P level
~M
AR interest level
LG
Publication
Published
January 1, 2000
First published
January 1, 1975
Publisher
Random House
Edition
Language
English
Type
Board Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780375810916

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