About This Book
In this charming and humorous picture book, Zeb, a young zombie, faces a dilemma: his family are brain farmers, but he's found a brain he wants to keep as a friend. The story explores themes of friendship, acceptance, and challenging family traditions with a lighthearted, whimsical tone. It's perfect for children aged 3-7, offering a gentle way to discuss empathy and standing up for what you believe in, even when it's unconventional. Parents will appreciate the clever twist on typical zombie tropes and the heartwarming message about valuing unique connections.
"Zombie in Love meets Gustavo, the Shy Ghost in this story about a young zombie who must decide: Are brains friends ... or food? Zeb comes from a family of farmers-zombie farmers. Each week they pickle, bake, fry, and sell their grain-fed, free-range brains to be enjoyed by the masses. Zeb understands that brains are food, not pets ... until one day he comes across the tiniest, pinkest, squishiest brain he ever did see! Can he convince his parents that his brainy bestie is better off as a member of the family than family dinner?"--
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Discussion Prompts
1
What makes Zeb and Brain good friends, even though they are so different?
2
Have you ever wanted to keep a pet or a friend that your family wasn't sure about?
3
What are some ways Zeb tries to convince his parents? What would you do?
4
Do you think it's okay to have different ideas than your family sometimes?
5
What does it mean to be a good friend?
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