Winner of a 2023 SCBWI Crystal Kite Award
One boy loves to count. One girl loves to draw. This beautiful friendship story, inspired by the Fibonacci sequence and cleverly constructed using its mathematical pattern, celebrates our differences, as well as how math connects us to one another.
Reviews
“It all adds up to an inventive, affecting story.” — Publishers Weekly
“A stunningly original picture book that both children and adults will marvel over again and again.” — Common Sense Media
“…a warm portrayal of a friendship sparked by an unexpected connection… the mathematical wonder is creatively incorporated.” — Kirkus
“Colorful, numberful, and fun.” — Book Bunnies
Available in Hardback (and in Paperback for teachers only):
Further Resources
“Leo + Lea: How Wondering About Math Enriched My Creative Writing.” Guest blog post on Mackin Community.
“How the Fibonacci Sequence Inspired the Text and Art of Leo + Lea.” Guest blog by me and Kenard Pak on OOM Scholastic.
“Celebrate Fibonacci Day on 11/23 with Leo + Lea” on Engage their Minds blog by Terri Eichholz
“Personalities, Perspectives, and Patterns with Monica Wesolowska,” interview on Big Picture Social Emotional Learning Podcast with Nini White
“Promote or Ban? Kidlit Authors Discuss Representation and Understanding” interview (including Sarah and Ian Hoffman) on The Babblery with Suki Wessling