The Opposite Zoo
The Opposite Zoo by Il Sung Na, published by Alfred A. Knopf in 2016, is a vibrant picture book designed for young readers. This edition, consisting of 24 pages, introduces children to a variety of animals while exploring the concept of opposites. The narrative begins with the Opposite Zoo being closed, but the monkey’s cage is open, inviting readers to join the monkey on an adventurous exploration of the zoo.
In this engaging story, readers will encounter animals that embody contrasting characteristics, such as fast and slow, big and small, and noisy and quiet. The book features energetic illustrations and simple text, making it accessible for the youngest audience. With themes centered around animals and social values, The Opposite Zoo serves as a lively introduction to both the animal kingdom and the concept of opposites, appealing to early learners and their caregivers.
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From the creator of A Book of Sleep and A Book of Babies comes a beautiful new book of animals–and opposites!
The sky is dark and the Opposite Zoo is CLOSED. But the monkey’s cage is OPEN! Time to explore. . .
Follow the monkey as he visits all the animals in the zoo: fast and slow, big and small, noisy and quiet, soft and prickly! Filled with energetic illustrations, friendly animals, and a clear, simple text–all wrapped up in a gorgeous package–The Opposite Zoo is a fun and lively introduction to animals and opposites for the youngest picture-book audience.
“Na brings fresh energy to the familiar. With a coloring style that feels as if someone took a firecracker to a box of crayons, Na makes turtle shells as dynamic as a peacock’s plumage.” —The New York Times Book Review
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