Z is for Zebra. Most alphabet books include zebra for the letter Z from what I can recall with Zip being a close second. And when we play the game ‘Name Place Animal Thing’, well, it is almost a given that there will be multiple zebras among the players!! But there are a few other animals for this letter (never mind that many of the other animals also seem to have a ‘zebra’ in their name, like the ‘zebra mussel’ or the ‘zebra shark!’
Anyways, today’s post is short and sweet – just a couple of books for the letter Z. And 👍🏻, one of them is about a zebra!!
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Who is Under Zebra’s Umbrella in this Weather?
Zebra’s Umbrella
Zebra’s Umbrella by David Hernández Sevillano and illustrations by Anuska Allepuz (Children’s Friendship Books | 3 – 6 years | NubeOcho | April 5, 2022)
Description: With the first drops of rain, Zebra opens his colorful umbrella. He invites Gazelle, Rhinoceros, Elephant and Hare under so they don’t get wet. Lion doesn’t want to get wet either. Will there be room for everyone under Zebra’s umbrella?
Source: Edelweiss digital review copy
My Quick Thoughts
Such an endearing story about sharing, friendship, inclusion, and kindness. I loved the adorable and vibrant artwork, and Zebra’s umbrella (the book and the umbrella itself) are both a must have!
Zeke the Weather Geek
Zeke the Weather Geek: There’s a Lizard in My Blizzard by Joan Axelrod-Contrada and Ann Malaspina, illustrated by Paula Becker (Children’s Weather Books | 7 – 10 years, and up | Kids Can Press | May 2, 2023)
Description: For lovable Zeke the Weather Geek, can a disappointing birthday surprise turn out to be just what saves the day – and prove he has what it takes to be a Weather Warrior?
Source: Edelweiss digital review copy
My Quick Thoughts
This early reader chapter book is a delightful discovery! Part heartwarming story of friendship, family, and learning that you can find happiness in the most unexpected places and ways; and part a pretty cool beginner weather book for young readers!
Zeke’s birthday is not what he expected – from the weather to the gifts he gets, and so much more. I loved how this book does not deviate from showing Zeke’s disappointment in his gift and also enjoyed seeing the wonderful family dynamics, as well as Zeke’s genuine passion for all things weather! And then, all those brilliant ‘weather’ interruptions throughout; each one is about a couple of pages of information about weather, in relation to the story, and readers are sure to learn so much as they reach the end. Back matter includes a glossary of weather words, sources, and more.
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Dear reader, have you read any of these books? Or other similar reads?
These are some cute kids books! I’ll have to check them out for my child!
These sound like some really cute books for kids. I’ll have to check these out.
Such cute books for kids! Fun story and I love the illustrations too!
Aww that’s an adorable looking book, I love Zebras! Very creative way to write!
Aw these books are just tooo cute! I can’t wait to read them to my granddaughter.
Zebra and Zeke are the ultimate dynamic duo, bringing meteorology to life in the most enchanting way! an’t wait to share this heartwarming adventure with the little ones in my life!
I so have to add these to my kids home library as we love adding to it whenever we find a new good book and this one sounds wonderful!
These stories sound really cute. I need new books for my son and I think he’ll like Zeke the Weather Geek.
These seem like such cute books for the grand children, and relevant to this rainy weather we’ve been having!
I haven’t read these books. Their stories sound great, so will definitely check them out 😍.
These are some stories that I would love to check out! Thanks for sharing this with us
These are all really great! I’m surely gonna add this on my kids list! They’re going to love this for sure
I really like these books for kids! They are so cute!
Zebra’s Umbrella is a nice book that my nephews will love for sure! It’s exactly what I was looking for!
These look like fun books to read. I’ll have to check them out and read them.