Dear Zoo: A Lift-the-Flap Book

Fun book that small children love! Beware though, there are flaps that reveal animals and the kids LOVE TO RIP THEM OFF. It was both of my kids favorite book ( I’ve bought several- one for each of my kids, now my grandkids

This is an adorable book! It’s so much fun to read with kids. My grandson loves it! I got it for him when he was 9 months old and he still loves it at almost 2. Kids love the suspense of seeing what animal the zoo sent next and opening the flap to see. The pictures are cute and colorful and the writing is just right to keep little ones interested. I live across the country from my grandson, but my daughter is good about FaceTiming. So I use that time to read to him. And this book is great for that. He loves when the flaps open to see what animal is there. (Although he already knows, because we’ve read it so many times.) But we love it anyway. It’s a wonderful book. Definitely worth buying.

Lovely book! very engaging! kids love the flaps and they're big and easy to pull up for little hands. Helps build vocabulary

One of our favorite toddler and preschooler books. I have 6 children and this was my go to “first book” for all of them. We love a good interactive flap book! The repetitive storyline makes it easy to anticipate the next lines and memorize (great for foundational reading skills). The only con is the same with all flap books -little hands ripping them off! But I see it as a sign of a well loved book! And worth ordering a new one if it’s beyond fixing with tape.

“Dear Zoo” is one of those rare children’s books that feels just as magical the tenth time as it does the first. The lift-the-flap format is pure gold for toddlers—there’s something so satisfying about revealing each animal, especially with the playful buildup on every page. The story is simple and engaging, with just the right amount of repetition to keep young readers involved while helping them learn. It’s a perfect mix of surprise, humor, and gentle pacing, and the bold illustrations make each animal instantly recognizable and exciting.

This is my 2 year olds favorite book. We had to get him the rest of the authors books and this is his favorite. Highly recommended!

Decent book with good illustrations, I just wish it had a bit more in the wording itself. The flaps are great and sturdy as previous other reviews point out.

Dear Zoo has become a go-to read during playtime because the lift-the-flap feature keeps my baby actively involved. The simple storyline and repetition make it easy for young children to follow and anticipate what’s coming next. Pros: Lift-the-flap design encourages interaction and curiosity Repetitive text helps with early language development Short and engaging—great for babies and toddlers Sturdy board book holds up well Cons: Flaps can bend if handled roughly Very simple story, so older toddlers may outgrow it Conclusion: Dear Zoois a classic interactive book that works especially well for younger children.

Excelente para niños pequeños y que son muy curiosos. Importante cuidar bien, las pestañas. No son frágiles, pero siempre hay que tener cuidado.

Small book but a l9vely read and involvement for the children.

This is the very first time I am editing my review. Previously I had given four star. But this gem deserves five star. Previous review: It's really a nice book for babies who love animals. I gifted this book to my little one on his first birthday. He recognizes all the animals and loves to open flip-flaps. Book is quite sturdy too. One can make it more interesting by asking questions, illustrating more about animals. Why I edited my review: After six months of use it still keeps my toddler angaged. He still enjoys this book alot. Why are we expecting some extra ordinary stories every time? Some times simple story are enjoyable too.

最初はそこまで興味なさそうてしたが、10ヶ月の今では勢いよく仕掛けに反応してくれます。買ってよかったです。おすすめです。

Its good.