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Poo in the Zoo: The Island of Dinosaur Poo
Series: Poo in the Zoo
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SPLAT! PATTER! PLOP! Zookeeper Bob is going on holiday with his pal Hector - the Poo Collector! They're searching for the mysterious island of The Living Poo. Can they find their poo-shaped prize? Or will they end up as dinosaur dinner?
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SPLAT! PATTER! PLOP!
Zookeeper Bob is going on holiday with his pal Hector - the Poo Collector! They're searching for the mysterious island of The Living Poo.
Can they find their poo-shaped prize? Or will they end up as dinosaur dinner?
The third instalment in the bestselling Poo in the Zoo series by dream duo Steve Smallman (Bear's Big Bottom and The Eyebrows of Doom) and Ada Grey (Shhh! Don't Wake the Royal Baby! and Hippobottymus). Packed with poo and zoo shenanigans with an added dash of dinosaurs - what's not to love?
SPLAT! PATTER! PLOP!
Hector Gloop wants one more poop for his collection . . . but this one is harder to get hold of than usual! Can Zookeeper Bob and his crew from the zoo help Hector in his quest to find the elusive dinosaur poo? When they wash up on a mysterious island they can't believe their luck, that is until some hungry looking dinosaurs turn up. Can they find their poo-shaped prize? Or will they end up as dinosaur dinner?
Perfect for fans of The Story of the Little Mole who knew it was none of his business, Poo Bum and The Dinosaur that Pooped series, Poo in the Zoo- The Island of Dinosaur Poo will have children laughing riotously as they follow this rollicking poo-filled adventure.
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Series: Poo in the Zoo
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Zoo Keeper Bob is exhausted. There’s too much poo in the zoo – and he’s the one who has to scoop it up. Then one day, a mysterious glowing poo appears! Could it be alien poop from outer space? And what on EARTH will Bob do with it? Children will laugh out loud at this gloriously funny, poopy picture book!...PaperbackSold Out -
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Zoo Keeper Bob is exhausted. There's too much poo in the zoo - and he's the one who has to scoop it up. Then one day, a mysterious glowing poo appears! Could it be alien poop from outer space? And what on EARTH will Bob do with it? "There was tiger poo, lion poo, prickly porcupine poo, Plummeting giraffe poop...HardbackSold Out -
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Poo in the Zoo: The Island of Dinosaur Poo
SPLAT! PATTER! PLOP! Zookeeper Bob is going on holiday with his pal Hector - the Poo Collector! They're searching for the mysterious island of The Living Poo. Can they find their poo-shaped prize? Or will they end up as dinosaur dinner? The third instalment in the bestselling Poo in the Zoo series by dream duo Steve Smallman (Bear's Big Bottom...PaperbackSold Out
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Poo in the Zoo: The Island of Dinosaur Poo by Steve Smallman is an entertaining children's book that combines humour and fun illustrations with an adventurous storyline. It has been praised for its engaging narrative and the way it captures children's imaginations with its quirky topic. The book is noted for its ability to provoke laughter and hold young readers' attention, making it a popular choice for parents and children alike.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781801042994
Publisher: Little Tiger Press Group
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 September 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Little Tiger
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Ada Grey
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 4.0mm
Width: 245.0mm
Height: 280.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 32
About the Author
Steve Smallman worked as a children's book illustrator for 20 years before he decided to 'have a go' at writing his own. Now, over 100 books later, he's still at it! He visits schools, libraries and festivals, and paints murals too! When he's not working, he enjoys holidays, watching TV, gardening and juggling grandchildren!
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