You See a Zoo, I See...
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2022 · Est. 4 min read-aloud

You See a Zoo, I See...

By Michael Downs, Maureen O'Brien (Illustrator)

Zoo animals reveal surprising secrets beyond first impressions.

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32 pages· 456 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
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Explore the zoo through a child's eyes, where every animal action has a hidden purpose. Discover why crocodiles guard fiercely and chimpanzees act playfully. Even the zookeeper holds a delightful secret. Uncover the unexpected truths behind the zoo's lively inhabitants and challenge your perceptions in this engaging tale.

From the publisher

At the zoo, animals in action aren’t always what they seem! When you’re at the zoo, do you see scary crocodiles? Chimpanzees being silly? Look again! A young narrator makes the rounds of a zoo, pointing out that animals have special reasons for doing what they do. The crocodile is protecting her babies, and the chimpanzees are learning by trying new things. Animals protect, play, bathe, and communicate in different ways. Even the zookeeper isn’t just a zookeeper. . .she’s the narrator’s mom! A picture book that challenges kids to think beyond their first impressions–in a warm and eye-opening read perfect for storytime.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
456
Reading age
3–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD620L
Themes & topics
Books about animalsBooks about the zooBooks about first conceptsBooks about animal behaviorBooks about habits and behavior
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~4
F&P level
~O
Publication
Published
March 8, 2022
First published
February 15, 2022
Publisher
Charlesbridge
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781623540999

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