Dear Zoo
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Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 1982

Dear Zoo

Written and illustrated by Rod Campbell

Part of the Dear Zoo series

Lift the flaps to find the perfect pet from the zoo's animal surprises.

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18 pages· BR150L
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Bookroo's summary

A child writes to the zoo asking for a pet, and they send a series of animals, each hidden behind a flap. From a playful monkey to a mighty lion, each animal presents a new surprise. But none seem quite right. Will the zoo ever send the perfect pet? With vibrant illustrations and interactive flaps, this delightful journey keeps young readers guessing and engaged, making it a timeless favorite for discovering the ideal companion.

From the publisher

Rod Campbell’s classic lift-the-flap book Dear Zoo has been a firm favorite with toddlers and parents alike ever since it was first published in 1982.

Young readers love lifting the flaps to discover the animals the zoo has sent—a monkey, a lion, and even an elephant! But will they ever find the perfect pet?

With bright, bold artwork, a catchy refrain, and a whole host of favorite animals, Dear Zoo is a must for every child’s bookshelf.

At a glance
Format
Pages
18
Reading age
1–4
Audience
Board
Lexile
-150L
Themes & topics
What readers & critics say

Reviews

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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~0.1
F&P level
~A
Publication
Published
May 8, 2007
First published
January 1, 1982
Publisher
Little Simon
Edition
Language
English
Type
Board Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781416947370
LCCN
2007281140
OCLC
128235956

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