What If the Zebras Lost Their Stripes?

by John Reitano

Book Overview

Using humor, easy-to-read rhyme, and bold pictures, this hard cover book examines issues of racial and ethnic diversity. It inspires children to explore their own identities and extend compassion toward all. Full-color illustrations. Ages 3 and up. +

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0809166496
• ISBN13: 9780809166497
• Release Date: September 1998
• Publisher: Paulist Press
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 10.7" x 9.5"
• Age Range: 4 to 7 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 2

Customer Reviews

Black vs White

This book was published in 1998. So horrible. One page has white zebras. The next has black zebras. Then they fight. It’s horrible

Awesome!

My 5 year old loves this book and it has a very positive message!

Top Priority Message

What If Zebras Lost Their Stripes gives you a perfect occasion to open young minds to how adults of different colors and nationalities -- and kids -- should think about their diversity. With just a little thought, kids will get this top priority message instantly. A great contribution.

Outstanding!

A wonderful book that encourages children and adults to appreciate each others differences. A classic!

A Must For Every Child's Library!

This is an incredibly inspirational and thought-provoking story of diversity. It is written in a very light-hearted context, yet sends a powerful message. The illustration is fun, lively and colorful. My kids as well as their teachers, love this book!

A MASTERPIECE

I love this book! I have not been able to put it down. This is a book that should be in every home. The creators of this magical book should be commended for giving us a precious gift that can support us in celebrating our differences.