Zebra's Umbrella - by David Hernández Sevillano (Hardcover)

About the Book

Zebra's colorful umbrella is bigger than it looks. When it starts to rain, Gazelle, Rhinoceros, Elephant and Hare all want to get under it. But will Zebra share his umbrella...even with fearsome Lion?

Book Synopsis

With the first drops of rain, Zebra opens his colorful umbrella. He invites Gazelle, Rhinoceros, Elephant and Hare under so they don't get wet. Lion doesn't want to get wet either. Will there be room for everyone under Zebra's umbrella?

With gentle text and bright colours, Zebra's umbrella is a lovely story about friendship, kindness and sharing.

También disponible en español. (Also available in Spanish.)

Review Quotes

Sevillano and Allepuz use a combination of disparate creatures and subtle nods to predator and prey animals to model themes of generosity and acceptance in this sweet picture book. - Kieran Slattery, freelance reviewer, teacher, co-creator of Gender Inclusive Classrooms. Shelf Awareness


Beautiful colors invite you into the book just like the zebra invites the other animals under his umbrella. I love the message that everyone is welcome, including the obvious predator, the lion. - NetGalley- Librarian

I would use this story with young children to talk about welcoming refugees into our community. It could also just be used to discuss the importance of kindness. - NetGalley- Educator


The illustrations are colourful, bright and expressive. All the animals portrayed are adorable. The story highlights friendship, acceptance, kindness and sharing. I highly recommend it. - Storywraps Blog