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Dear Zoo

The Lift-the-flap Preschool Classic
By Rod Campbell
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Dear Zoo by Rod Campbell is a delightful children's book where a child writes to the zoo asking for a pet. The zoo sends various animals, each of which is unsuitable in fun and surprising ways, until the perfect pet is finally found.
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You might like this book if you enjoy delightful stories with engaging flaps to lift and discover different animals, perfect for young children who love interactive reading and surprises.

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Dear Zoo

The preschool classic lift-the-flap book from Rod Campbell, packed full of favourite zoo animals.

A special 40th anniversary edition of the classic lift-the-flap preschool favourite.

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Celebrate forty years of Rod Campbell's classic lift-the-flap book, Dear Zoo, with a host of favourite zoo animals and flaps to lift on every page.

'I wrote to the zoo to send me a pet . . .'

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

Rod Campbell, the creator of preschool favourites including Oh Dear! and Noisy Farm, has been a trusted name in early learning for over forty years. The perennial classic, Dear Zoo, has been a firm favourite with toddlers and parents alike since its first publication in 1982. With bright, bold artwork, a catchy refrain, and a whole host of favourite animals, Dear Zoo: 40th Anniversary Edition is a must for every child's bookshelf. The thick card pages, chunky cased cover, and sturdy flaps make it perfect for small hands.

Look out for Rod Campbell's Look After Us, a lift-the-flap animal book for toddlers with a positive message about conservation.

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Dear Zoo by Rod Campbell is praised for its delightful, repetitive narrative that engages young readers, making it a joy to read repeatedly. The flaps and animal surprises contribute to its enduring appeal.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529074932

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Format: Board book

Date Published: 06 January 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Macmillan Children's Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 177.0mm

Height: 177.0mm

Weight: 279g

Pages: 18

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About the Author

Rod Campbell has been writing and illustrating children's books for over forty years. Best known for his classic lift-the-flap book, Dear Zoo, he is also the creator of the much-loved preschool character Buster. Ingeniously simple, with touches of gentle humour, Rod's books are loved by children, parents and teachers alike.

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