I Am a Leaf
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2026

I Am a Leaf

Written by Angelo Mozzillo · Illustrated by Marianna Balducci

Like a leaf in the wind, feelings shift from day to day.

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36 pages· ~520L· AR ~3
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Bookroo's summary

Some days we feel light and free, other days heavy, brave or small. In rhyming verse, this picture book compares changing emotions to a leaf carried by the wind and shows that it's all right to change and grow.

From the publisher

A poetic and visual masterpiece, perfect for introducing young readers to emotions through nature-inspired storytellingDay after day, like a leaf in the wind, our emotions change. Sometimes we feel light and free, other times we feel weighed down. One day we feel brave, the next we feel scared and small. Some days we feel strong and confident, while on others we need to take a break.This beautifully poetic picture book takes young readers on a journey through the ever-changing landscape of emotions. The book uses rhyming verse to talk about feelings, showing that it's OK to change and grow, just like a leaf.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
36
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~520L
AR book level
~3
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Book details

Reading levels
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
August 18, 2026
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781636552026

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