Z Was Zapped

A puzzle book, an alphabet book, a carefully staged series of surreal dramatic events, a sequence of imaginative visual images, this is as intriguing as any of Van Allsburg’s books. Whimsical, sophisticated, this should appeal to a wide audience… - Kirkus ReviewsVan Allsburg presents an alphabetical morality play in 26 acts…..This clever romp resembles old vaudeville theater, with one curious act following the next. - School Library Journal

Chris Van Allsburg is one of America’s most innovative picture book creators. He was awarded the Caldecott Medal for Jumanji and The Polar Express and received a Caldecott Honor for his very first book, The Garden of Abdul Gasazi. He has received the Regina Medal for lifetime achievement in children’s literature, a National Book Award, and a Society of Illustrators Original Art Lifetime Achievement Award, among other honors. He lives outside of Boston, Massachusetts. Visit him at chrisvanallsburg.com.Chris Van Allsburg is one of America’s most innovative picture book creators. He was awarded the Caldecott Medal for Jumanji and The Polar Express and received a Caldecott Honor for his very first book, The Garden of Abdul Gasazi. He has received the Regina Medal for lifetime achievement in children’s literature, a National Book Award, and a Society of Illustrators Original Art Lifetime Achievement Award, among other honors. He lives outside of Boston, Massachusetts. Visit him at chrisvanallsburg.com.