Never Play Music Right Next to the Zoo
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Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 2013 · Est. 4 min read-aloud

Never Play Music Right Next to the Zoo

Written by John Lithgow · Illustrated by Leeza Hernandez

A zoo's animals escape to join a concert, causing chaos and fun.

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40 pages· 432 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· ~580L
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Bookroo's summary

During a lively concert, the animals from a nearby zoo break free and take over the stage, each eager to play the instruments they've only heard from afar. As the music turns wild and whimsical, the audience is in for an unforgettable performance. Will the zookeepers restore order, or will the animals steal the show? This delightful tale, inspired by a beloved tune, promises laughter and surprises with every turn of the page.

From the publisher

This lively and lyrical jaunt from actor and author John Lithgow comes with a CD of his celebrated song! Oh, children! Remember! Whatever you may do, Never play music right next to the zoo.They’ll burst from their cages, each beast and each bird, Desperate to play all the music they’ve heard. A concert gets out of hand when the animals at the neighboring zoo storm the stage and play the instruments themselves in this hilarious picture book based on one of John Lithgow’s best-loved tunes. This package includes a CD of John and an orchestra performing the song!

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
432
Reading age
2–6
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~580L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.8
F&P level
~O
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
162943
Publication
Published
October 22, 2013
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781442467439

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