I thought this children's story was very creative in the illustrations. It seems like the illustrator had filled in each character each with different plaid designs, making each character in the book have unique traits. Aside from the visual aspects of this story, many children may be able to relate to the main character "ZigZag" in the way that he is teased by his peers for being different. Throughout this story, ZigZag is told that no one will ever love him because he is different, and constantly gets scrutinized by other dolls that are more aesthetically appealing. Eventually, ZigZag meets a young girl who loves him for who he is.
This book is a great book for children in first and second grade, as it teaches them the negative effects that teasing may have on peers. Also, one of the underlying messages of this book is that being different is not a bad thing. The story helps show that each character has different perceptions towards ZigZag - other dolls thought he was weird looking, while the little girl thought he was perfect. Stories that deal with tolerance and embracing difference are always great for young children - the earlier children learn to embrace difference the better they will treat peers throughout their lifetime.
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