Zoo

This was a unique picture book. I didn't particularly enjoy it but I do believe it is picture book that should be read. I appreciate that the book critiques zoos for how they are realistically. I did enjoy the illustrations I found them to be distinctive and stark.

There are dark undertones as well, the main family of the story seems dysfunctional (the father appears to be possessive and the mother looks very depressed). I think my conflict with this book is I'm not sure if young children would catch the purpose of this story. But, I think older children may be able learn from it.