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A panda may look soft and sleepy, but there is a busy wild animal behind that black-and-white face. In this National Geographic Readers book, you meet giant pandas and red pandas through clear facts, lively text, and bright photographs.
You will learn where pandas live, what they eat, how baby pandas grow, and why these animals need protection. The book keeps the science friendly for young readers, with just enough surprising details to make each page feel like a discovery.
Perfect for curious readers who enjoy real animal facts, Pandas makes nonfiction feel inviting, visual, and fun to read on your own or with a little help.
6-8 Years
52 Pages
The zoo is filled with roaring lions, splashing seals, and amazing animals from all over the world. When George and the man with the yellow hat arrive for a visit, George is eager to see everything. But his stomach is grumbling, and he is very, very hungry.
When he spots a zookeeper carrying a giant pail of bright yellow bananas, George simply cannot resist. He sneaks over and snatches the delicious snack! The zookeeper is furious, and George suddenly realizes he is in big trouble. But just as the shouting begins, George notices a problem in the zoo that no one else has seen.
This exciting trip to the animal park turns into a wild rescue mission. See how George manages to change the angry zookeeper's shouts into loud cheers by using his quick monkey reflexes and endless curiosity to help the animals when they need it most.
6-8 Years
30 Pages
There is a brand-new furry face at the National Zoo, and she is capturing hearts all over the world! Meet Bao Bao, the adorable baby giant panda cub who loves to tumble, play, and munch on delicious treats.
In this delightful photo-filled book, you will get an exclusive look inside the special habitat where this precious bear lives with her parents. Learn the fascinating story of how she was given her beautiful name during a formal ceremony and discover what a growing panda needs to stay healthy.
You will also see exactly how the dedicated zookeepers work around the clock to care for her. Join the celebration and welcome one of the cutest new arrivals to the animal kingdom!
6-8 Years
50 Pages
Get ready to swing into the jungle and meet one of the most incredible primates on the planet! With their bright red hair, incredibly long arms, and clever minds, orangutans are masters of the rainforest canopy.
Did you know that these amazing animals use their toes just like thumbs and can even learn how to play on an iPad? In this exciting book, you will discover how orangutans live, what they eat, and how they play high up in the trees.
You will also get a special look at how the experts at the Smithsonian National Zoo work hard to protect these endangered creatures and keep them happy and healthy. It is a fantastic journey into the world of an unforgettable animal.
6-8 Years
34 Pages
Have you ever wondered what happens when a giant panda gets a stomachache or a sea lion needs to visit the dentist? Keeping wild animals healthy takes a lot of special skills and a very dedicated team of experts.
Step inside the busy world of the Smithsonian National Zoo and meet the incredible veterinarians, technicians, and animal keepers who care for creatures of all shapes and sizes. You will discover exactly how they manage to weigh a massive bear, examine a limping llama, and make sure every animal is feeling its absolute best.
Packed with fascinating facts and vibrant photographs, this book gives you a behind-the-scenes look at the daily adventures and hard work of the people who dedicate their lives to animal care.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
34 Pages
Edward G. Garrison, better known as Egg, is ready for the Science Club’s trip to the zoo. The best part should be seeing rare Island Foxes, an endangered species on special display. Then the club arrives and discovers the foxes are gone.
A missing animal case is not the kind of science lesson Egg expected, but he and his friends start looking for clues right away. They will need sharp eyes, smart questions, and teamwork to figure out what happened before the trail goes cold. The zoo setting makes every habitat, sign, and suspicious moment feel important.
This quick-moving chapter book blends a kid-friendly detective story with an animal mystery. It is a fun pick for readers who enjoy zoos, school trips, and stories where friends work together to solve a problem. The endangered species angle adds a gentle real-world note to the adventure.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
81 Pages
The zoo has erupted into a hullabaloo, and every new animal seems to make the noise bigger. From Drew the donkey to bouncy bunnies, the story builds spread by spread into cheerful chaos.
Hullabaloo! uses humorous rhyming text and lively illustrations to create a cumulative animal story that young readers can join in with. Each page adds to the fun, making it especially appealing for children who enjoy repetition, sound words, and books that grow louder as they go.
For ages 6 to 12, this picture book is a strong read-aloud choice for classrooms, libraries, or family storytime. Its zoo setting, animal sounds, and playful rhythm make it easy for emerging readers to enjoy again and again.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
26 Pages
The zoo is anything but quiet today. Animals are making a mighty ruckus, and Drew is right in the middle of the noisy, funny commotion.
Drew at the Zoo uses rhyme and lively animal chaos to create a read-aloud story with plenty of bounce. Young readers can follow the barely controlled riot from one animal moment to the next, enjoying the humor, sound, and energy of a zoo that refuses to behave.
For ages 6 to 8, this is a bright picture book choice for children who like animal stories, silly scenes, and rhythmic text. It works especially well for group storytime, where the sounds, rhymes, and zoo setting can invite laughter and participation.
6-8 Years
Robert is tired of being called little. Everyone may love him, but that does not make the word any easier to hear, and Robert's frustration follows him through the day. When his parents take him on an outing to the zoo, the visit brings surprises that challenge the way Robert thinks about being small. Philippe Dupasquier's picture-book story gives young readers a character whose feelings are easy to understand: wanting to be taken seriously, wanting to be brave, and wanting others to see more than size. With animals, humor, and a lively zoo setting, it is a warm story about confidence and perspective.
6-8 Years
26 Pages
A chimp is loose, the keepers are chasing, and the trail stretches far beyond the zoo gates. In this wordless comic-strip picture book, Philippe Dupasquier follows an escaped chimp as he is pursued around the world by all kinds of transport. The pictures carry the adventure, so you can read every expression, vehicle, and near miss for clues about what is happening next. A small boy who feels sorry for the chimp adds warmth to the fast-moving chase. Funny, detailed, and easy to revisit, this is a lively choice for readers who enjoy animals, travel, visual puzzles, and stories told through pictures.
6-8 Years
39 Pages
Page by page, the zoo gets brighter. In this lively color-concept picture book, Philippe Dupasquier turns animals into a playful tour of yellow butterflies, pink flamingos, orange foxes, black bats, and shimmering fish. The shaped, graduated pages widen as you move through the book, making each new scene feel like another peek into a busy animal world. Young readers can name colors, notice groups of creatures, and look closely at the cheerful details in every illustration. It is a simple, visually rich choice for children who enjoy animals, zoos, and books that invite them to point, compare, and talk.
6-8 Years
20 Pages
Have you ever wanted to talk about your favorite animals without making a single sound? This exciting guide takes you on a visual journey through the animal kingdom using the power of sign language. You will learn forty-eight different signs for creatures big and small, from the pets sleeping in your house to the wild beasts roaming the jungle. The pages are filled with clear pictures showing you exactly how to bend your fingers and move your hands to name each animal. Whether you want to sign about a tiny buzzing bug or a giant stomping elephant, this book makes learning the movements simple and fun. Discover a completely new way to share your love of animals and practice communicating using this beautiful and expressive language.
6-8 Years
262 Pages
