"Grisela" is a current fable about the importance of being oneself, accepting one's own defects and virtues. When she feels bad because of her appearance, the little mouse protagonist tries to paint herself in various colors but neither red, nor green, nor yellow, nor striped, nor with flowers can she feel better. The reason for the rejection, which accentuates their sadness, is the ridicule of the other animals. Until a sudden setback leads her to get into the water and then it happens that...
This simple story for early readers also stands out for the contrast between moods and emotions, generating empathy and solidarity from the public. In today's society, so mediated by image and appearances, this album encourages positive reinforcements such as self-esteem and friendship, above the superficial.
The text is complemented by expressive images that stand out against clean backgrounds. The visual composition combines color with pencil and paper applications, like a collage.
