Welcome to a costume ball where robots hide in clock faces, fly through the air, sing off-key, dance loudly, and turn every room upside down. Written and illustrated by Christian Bjone, The Zany Robots’ Costume Ball is a 50-page picture book filled with playful stanzas, expressive ink-and-watercolor art, and a surprise that invites readers to look at every character in a new way.
On a winding street beside a bright seashore, a tiny door opens onto a very unusual gathering. Orange Robot Number One welcomes readers into the fun as robots of every shape and personality arrive. There are high-tech robots, pirate robots, rock-star robots, robots as round as bowling balls, and plenty of naughty robots who cannot resist making a mess.
The celebration grows louder and zanier with every page. A storm arrives. The band begins to play. The robots dance, tumble, and leave chaos behind. But just when readers think they understand what is happening, the masks begin to come off. Who has been hiding inside the robots all along?
Designed for children ages 6-9, this story in rhyme celebrates imagination, creative play, inclusion, and the delicious suspense of a well-timed surprise. A make-your-own robot mask activity extends the story beyond the final page.
SURPRISE! The robots have arrived – and they are ready to make some noise.
On a winding street beside a bright seashore, robots are hiding everywhere. They fly through the air, pop out of clock faces, sing off-key, dance to a zany band, and make marvelous messes as they gather for their yearly Costume Ball.
Orange Robot Number One welcomes everyone inside, but these silly robots are keeping a secret. When the masks finally come off, young readers will discover that this is no ordinary robot party.
Written and illustrated by Christian Bjone, The Zany Robots’ Costume Ball is a colorful 50-page picture book for children ages 6-9. Playful rhymes and imaginative ink-and-watercolor illustrations make it a lively choice for read-aloud time, bedtime, classrooms, libraries, robot fans, and children who love costumes and surprise endings.
Inside, readers will enjoy:
All are welcome. Come on in and join The Zany Robots’ Costume Ball!
