Book Series · 6 Books

Dear Zoo Books

In order from Dear Zoo to Look After Us.

Dear Zoo
Farm Animals
Oh Dear!
Dear Zoo Animal Shapes
Dear Santa
Look After Us
Dear Zoo
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Dear Zoo
Sale price
$759
Book #1 · Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 1982

Dear Zoo

By Rod Campbell

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

18 pages
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Board book
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.
The complete set

Dear Zoo Series

6 books · Published 1982–2021

Series
Sale price
$759

Dear Zoo

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 1982

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

Farm Animals

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 1991

Discover farm animals in a vibrant board book adventure.

Oh Dear!

Board Book · Ages 0–4 · 1999

Lift the flaps to find hidden farm animals and eggs.

Dear Zoo Animal Shapes

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2012

What animal will the zoo send you? Discover the perfect pet!

Dear Santa

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2016

Santa searches for the perfect Christmas gift. What will he choose?

Look After Us

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2021

Lift flaps to discover endangered animals and learn about conservation.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Dear Zoo series?

There are 6 books in the Dear Zoo series. It began with Dear Zoo in 1982, and the newest book, Look After Us, was published in 2021.

What ages are the Dear Zoo books best for?

The series is best for ages 0–4, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Dear Zoo to life.

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Rod Campbell

Author & Illustrator

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