The Zipper Zapper and The Cherry Gum Tree Hardcover – Large Print, March 17, 2026

The Zipper Zapper and The Cherry Gum TreeBy Elaina SchmerseyWhat happens when you’re moving so fast… you forget to listen?Zipper Zapper loves to zoom.Zip-zap-zoom—he’s always on the move! There’s so much to see and so much to do. But when he rushes past singing birds, glowing forest paths, and gentle woodland friends, he begins to miss the magic happening all around him.When Zipper finally reaches the glowing Cherry Gum Tree, something unexpected happens. The journey teaches him a powerful lesson: sometimes the most important magic isn’t found at the finish line—it’s discovered when we slow down.Filled with warm, dreamy illustrations and rhythmic storytelling, The Zipper Zapper and The Cherry Gum Tree is a gentle introduction to:• Mindfulness and breathing• Listening with your heart• Slowing down in a busy world• Social-emotional learning (SEL) skills• Self-regulation and calm-down strategiesPerfect for:* Classroom read-alouds* Bedtime stories* Calm-down corners* Counseling offices* Parents and teachers supporting emotional growthThis magical forest adventure includes soothing language and moments designed to help children pause, breathe, and notice the world around them.Because sometimes the bravest thing you can do…is slow down. Read more