Flip, Flap, Zoom! - by Mariessa Shein (Board Book)

Book Synopsis

Busy paws, splashy adventures, and surprises little hands can discover!

Lift the flaps and explore the textures in Flip, Flap, Zoom!, a touch-and-feel board book for kids ages 3-5. Join Baby Beaver and Baby Otter for a day of building, splashing, and sliding, with plenty to discover along the way.

From building a dam to riding the river under the stars, their outdoor adventure invites children to take part. Peek beneath the flaps, feel the textures, and follow the pair as they work together and explore the world around them.

Woven through the fun is a warm reminder that family members don't have to look alike to belong together. With gentle storytelling and hands-on discoveries, this interactive animal book gives preschoolers and grown-ups plenty to notice, talk about, and enjoy together.

• Two Ways to Explore: Lift-the-flap surprises and touch-and-feel textures invite children to discover the story with their hands as well as their eyes.


• An Animal Adventure Full of Action: Follow Baby Beaver and Baby Otter as they build, splash, slide, and explore, bringing the fun of outdoor play to storytime.


• Sensory Discoveries for Curious Hands: Varied textures give children opportunities to explore how things feel and practice describing what they notice.


• Teamwork and Family Connection: Celebrate helping each other and belonging together, with a gentle message that not all family members look alike.


• A Board Book for Ages 3-5: Sturdy pages and interactive elements encourage little readers to turn, touch, lift, and explore.


• A Gift for Little Nature Lovers: A playful choice for preschool birthdays, holidays, or everyday reading for children who enjoy animals and interactive books.

For more than 75 years, Albatros Media has been crafting original and innovative children's books that are both playful and educational, fostering curiosity and a thirst for knowledge in young minds. We deliver the highest quality children's books from novelty, picture, pop-up, and how-to books to nonfiction and fairy tales.

About the Author

Mariessa Shein is a first-time children's book author based in New York City. After years of working in publishing and helping shape books behind the scenes, she's now bringing her own playful ideas to life for young readers. When she's not writing and editing, Mariessa volunteers at an animal rescue and fosters dogs--often drawing inspiration from her furry companions and their heartwarming adventures.

Alina Slyshik is a children's book illustrator from Slovakia who brings stories to life with vivid colors and charming characters. She specializes in character-driven scenes filled with emotion, texture, and playful details. Her portfolio includes work for Phoenix+, Phoenix Premiere, Cocobee, Bear Tale Books, and Nagwa Readers. When she's not illustrating, she enjoys reading, quirky films, and video games. Alina lives in Slovakia.