Frederick
Binding: Paperback
Imprint: Andersen Press
Age 5+
Activity Books & Early Learning Material, Picture Books
A family of field mice work day and night, gathering provisions for the coming winter. As they busily collect and store wheat, nuts and corn, they reproach Frederick for dreaming the lazy summer away.
But during the long cold winter, when all their stores have been used up, Frederick proves to his friends that he has done his share.
Creators
Leo Lionni, an internationally known designer, illustrator, and graphic artist, was born in Holland and lived in Italy until he came to the United States in 1939. His picture books are distinguished by their enduring themes, graphic simplicity and brilliant use of collage. He died in 1999 at the age of 89.
Reviews
A book of great visual beauty and a lovely story.
The School Librarian
A story about the glory of the human spirit.
Bruno Bettelheim
Enchanting . . . Visually beautiful and with a very appealing story, this is a fabulous book to share with children.
The Bookseller
An excellent book. Well worth seeking out.
EYE
Beautifully told and effectively illustrated.
EYE
Frederick delivers a strong and moving message that spiritual resources are as valuable and needed as physical ones.
CAROUSEL
Charming collage illustrations complement this gentle country story
Booktrust
