USPS-Licensed Book Published by Curiosity Ink MediaUSPS-Licensed Book Published by Curiosity Ink Media

This year marks the 60th anniversary of “Mr. ZIP” (sometimes known as “Zippy”), who debuted in 1963 as a cartoon personification for the USPS to help spur widespread usage of the ZIP code system. “Mr. ZIP,” the United States Postal Service mascot who teaches children about mail and values, is now being celebrated and relaunched through a new children’s book, “Mr. ZIP’s Windy Day.”

The title was released Oct. 31 from Curiosity Ink Media, a kids’ and family entertainment company, as the first licensed release with USPS. Dynamite Entertainment serves as the publishing partner. The book is available for purchase via Amazon, BarnesAndNoble.com and Target.com on Tuesday.