At the Zoo
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- Board Books: Durable titles on sturdy pages designed for little hands that introduce the zoo and favorite zoo animals.
- Picture Books: A selection of picture books for all ages with different zoo adventures.
- World Language Materials: A selection of picture books for all ages in various languages.
- Children’s Nonfiction: A selection of titles exploring animals at the zoo, visiting the zoo, and zookeepers designed for younger readers.
- Theme Backpacks: Host a storytime at home using these backpacks, which include books, manipulatives, and other resources related to a particular theme.
- Launchpads: Pre-loaded tablets with games and educational activities to help young learners explore zoo animals.
- DVDs: A selection of DVDs related to zoos and zoo animals. Many titles are based on picture books.
- eContent: Electronic books, audiobooks, free streaming videos, and similar resources related to the zoo.
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Cubs in the Tub: The True Story of the Bronx Zoo’s First Woman Zookeeper by Candace Fleming
When Bronx Zoo-keeper Fred brought home a lion cub, Helen Martini instantly embraced it. The cub’s mother lost the instinct to care for him. “Just do for him what you would do with a human baby,” Fred suggested…and she did. Helen named him MacArthur, and fed him milk from a bottle and cooed him to sleep in a crib. Soon enough, MacArthur was not the only cub bathed in the tub! The couple continues to raise lion and tiger cubs as their own, until they are old enough to return them to zoos. Helen becomes the first female zookeeper at the Bronx zoo, the keeper of the nursery. This is a terrific non-fiction book to read aloud while snuggling up with your cubs! Filled with adorable baby cats, this is a story about love, dedication, and a new kind of family.
What Do You Do If You Work at the Zoo? by Steve Jenkins
Going to the zoo is so exciting! You might see penguins swimming underwater, snakes sunning in the reptile house, or giraffes eating leaves out of high trees. You might even see people at the zoo, ones just like you! But what do those people do?
Wild Predators by Chris Kratt and Martin Kratt
PBS’s animated hit show Wild Kratts follows the adventures of zoologists Chris and Martin Kratt as they travel to animal habitats around the globe. Along the way, they encounter incredible creatures while combining science education with fun. Boys and girls ages 4 to 6 will love this Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader as they activate their Creature Power Suits to go hunting with the world’s most amazing predators, such as sharks, lions, and crocodiles! Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.
What Do They Do With All That Poo? by Jane Kurtz
There are so many different kinds of animals at the zoo, and they each make lots and lots (and sometimes LOTS!) of poo. So what do zoos do with all of that poo? This zany, fact-filled romp explores zoo poo, from cube-shaped wombat poo to white hyena scat, and all of the places it ends up, including in science labs and elephant-poo paper—even backyard gardens!
Good Night, Gorilla by Peggy Rathmann
It’s bedtime at the zoo, and all the animals are going to sleep. Or are they? Who’s that short, furry guy with the keys in his hand and the mischievous grin?
Sneak along behind the zookeeper’s back and see who gets the last laugh in this riotous good-night romp.
Curious George Goes to the Zoo by H.A. Rey
The zoo is the perfect place for a curious little monkey to make mischief and new friends! George is going to visit a new kind of zoo where the animals all roam free. Some of those animals look like a lot of fun—so much fun that a curious monkey can’t resist joining them. Giraffes and flamingos are close enough to touch, but George befriends a baby rhino who seems a little sad. Who better to lure her from her hiding place than George? And just in time for her special birthday party!
A Sick Day for Amos McGee by Philip C. Stead
Friends come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. In Amos McGee’s case, all sorts of species, too! Every day he spends a little bit of time with each of his friends at the zoo, running races with the tortoise, keeping the shy penguin company, and even reading bedtime stories to the owl. But when Amos is too sick to make it to the zoo, his animal friends decide it’s time they returned the favor.
Kanopy for Kids
Henry meets a Panda preparing for a visit from her cousin, but when she arrives it’s obvious there has been a mix up in the Zoo. Henry becomes a Zoo Keeper and meets all sorts of animals while searching for Panda’s cousin.
There is someone at the zoo making hilarious mischief you won’t want to miss!
Ivan: The Remarkable True Story of the Shopping Mall Gorilla
Ivan the Gorilla was brought from Africa to a Tacoma, Washington mall to attract shoppers. Eventually, after public outcry, Ivan was moved to a zoo in Atlanta. From the Congo to America, and from a local business attraction to a national symbol of animal welfare, Ivan the Shopping Mall Gorilla traveled an astonishing distance in miles and in impact. This is the true story and includes photographs and facts.
Amos McGee was a zookeeper who always made time for his animal friends. One day, when his sniffles and sneezes prevented him from going to the zoo, he received some unexpected guests. This is a gently humorous tale of friendship and dedication.
