When Amelia Bedelia misses visiting the zoo, she decides to bring the wild animals right to her own backyard! She and her friends work together to build a spectacular backyard zoo, complete with stuffed animals and fun safari attractions for the entire neighborhood. True to form, Amelia Bedelia takes everything literally, leading to silly mix-ups and laugh-out-loud moments as they set up their exhibits. It is a wonderful day of teamwork and problem-solving as the classmates bring their own pets together for the big event. But the backyard zoo becomes a truly wild success when a real monkey escapes from the city zoo and decides to join their safari! You will love reading about Amelia Bedelia's can-do spirit and positive attitude as she turns an ordinary afternoon into an unforgettable neighborhood adventure.