A Zeal of Zebras

Have you ever seen an embarrassment of pandas?
A kaleidoscope of butterflies? A leap of leopards?

A Zeal of Zebras: An Alphabet of Collective Nouns
by WOOP Studios
Published by Chronicle Books, ISBN: 978-1-4521-0492-8

A Zeal of Zebras caught me off guard! It's not your standard children's picture book, which is why I like it! As far as the artistic look and design of the book goes, it is a  very contemporary and "fashion / design" forward book! It was a real surprise to receive in the mail! The illustrations are a collaboration of layers of luscious layers created in photoshop. These layers have been beautifully laid down in almost a subtle grunge. Some of the layouts boast a bright and bold entrance, while others are cooler in the color palette.

The author has chosen to write interesting facts about twenty six animals. Perhaps these are common facts, but in some circumstances, not so. As an adult, I was very entertained with both the writing and the graphics. This book is perfect for 4-8 year olds. I feel it is a very fresh spin on the infamous alphabet book.

It is the perfect children's coffee table book for young readers and old alike!!