A Case of the Zaps

By Alex Boniello

Book Overview

From Tony Award winners Alex Boniello and April Lavalle, A Case of the Zaps is a charming, heartfelt picture book that will spark a conversation about anxiety and mental health with readers of every generation, illustrated by James Kwan.

Meet 3.14159265358979323846264338327950 . . . or Pi, for short.

Pi's just like any other kid robot: They love to listen to music, play with their dog, and hang out with their friends. And when their teacher announces a field trip to Olde Silicon Valley, Pi couldn't be more excited They daydream of all the awesome things they want to see and do there--but also begin to worry about all the things that could go wrong. . . . Then, on the way home, Pi feels a ZAP They try to avoid the strange feeling, but the Zaps keep happening. Pi doesn't understand. They have a firewall installed What could be going on?

A tale with equal parts humor and heart, A Case of the Zaps is a great way to begin talking about mental health and anxiety for readers of all ages.

Includes a note from the authors and resources to help readers talk about anxiety

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1419756729
• ISBN13: 9781419756726
• Release Date: August 2022
• Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 10.7" x 8.7"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3