Babies at the Zoo - 10 Titles (Hardcover)

This level 3 guided reader series allows readers to get a close look at some of the most amazing baby animals in the world. Books include intriguing facts and adorable photos. Readers will develop word recognition and reading skills while learning how these baby animals learn and grow, what they eat, and how they socialize with each other. Includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biographies, sidebars, and word list for home and school connection.

Titles Included:

• Cheetah Cubs
• Chimpanzee Babies
• Elephant Calves
• Giraffe Calves
• Hippopotamus Calves
• Jaguar Cubs
• Koala Bear Joeys
• Polar Bear Cubs
• Sloth Babies
• Penguin Chicks

School Library Journal

Gr 1-2–General animal information is paired with specific facts about babies in these animal profiles. Readers learn a bit about where and how the animals live in the wild; the focus shifts to zoo life about halfway through. Basic physical traits and behaviors are described, with some emphasis on how mother and child interact. Photos include adults and their young. These reveal the cuteness of the babies while also providing some pleasing visual examples of their behaviors, such as a sleeping joey and a wobbly giraffe. Newborn animals are not shown, though some of the physical characteristics at birth are described. Most books include at least one photograph of a zookeeper interacting with the animal.