A Case of the Zaps
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A Case of the Zaps
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A Case of the Zaps
A kid robot named Pi from planet Robot-Earth is invited on a field trip to Olde Silicon Valley, but they are overcome with a scary feeling called the Zaps, so Pi must find the courage to learn how to deal with their anxiety.
A charming and heartfelt picture book that's a great way to start a conversation about anxiety and mental health with readers a few generations old or fresh off the assembly line!
A charming and heartfelt picture book that's a great way to start a conversation about anxiety and mental health with readers a few generations old or fresh off the assembly line!
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 thereββbut 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 humour and heart, A Case of the Zaps is a great way to begin talking about mental health and anxiety for readers of all ages.
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A Case of the Zaps is praised for its clever approach to helping children understand and discuss anxiety. It explains therapy in a child-friendly manner, offering confidence and support through engaging storytelling. The protagonist, Pi, is especially noted for using expressive illustrations to introduce nerves, coping mechanisms, and the encouragement to communicate with friends and caretakers.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781419756726
Publisher: Abrams
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 13 October 2022
Country: United States
Imprint: Abrams Books for Young Readers
Illustration: Full-color illustrations throughout
Contributors:
- Illustrated by James Kwan
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 267.0mm
Height: 216.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 48
About the Author
Alex Boniello is an actor, musician, singer, writer, and Tony Awardβwinning producer from New York City. Most recently, he starred as Connor Murphy in Broadwayβs Dear Evan Hansen, and has also appeared as the voice of Moritz in Deaf Westβs revival of Spring Awakening, and in numerous TV shows and films. Alongside April Lavalle, heβs also a producer on Hadestown, for which they both received Tony Awards. Boniello is a passionate advocate for mental health, having worked closely with some of the most prolific organizations in the country. A Case of the Zaps is his first book. April Lavalle is an actor, comedian, writer, and Tony Awardβwinning producer living in New York City. As an actor, Lavalle has appeared on television and on stages throughout the world, and as a writer, she has been featured in publications such as Reductress, McSweeneys, Medium, and Vulture. She is also a director for the Story Pirates, which celebrates the imaginations of children worldwide. A Case of the Zaps is her first book. James Kwan is an animator and illustrator with a BFA from Pratt Institute. His picture books Dear Yeti and How It Feels to Be a Boat received starred reviews from Kirkus and Publishers Weekly and were featured in the New York Times. He was a character artist on BoJack Horseman and has also done animated, illustrated, and directed work with many clients, including Microsoft and LEGO.
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