Best for 7–24 monthsActivities
BrandRod Campbell
Dear Zoo: A Lift-the-Flap Book
$10.99 CAD
Sturdy flap book that keeps 7-24 m olds guessing; a Canadian parenting staple.
Description
Rod Campbell’s classic lift-the-flap book Dear Zoo has been a trusted favourite for over forty years, delighting babies and toddlers with its sturdy flaps and simple, engaging story about a child who writes to the zoo to send a pet.
Key Benefits
- Rod Campbell’s classic lift-the-flap book Dear Zoo has been a trusted favourite for over forty years
- Sturdy flaps perfect for little hands
- Simple, engaging story about a child who writes to the zoo to send a pet
- Interactive format encourages participation and prediction
- Ideal first book for babies and toddlers
Expert note
Pro-tip for Parents
Parents tell us this is the book that survives every library-bag rotation because toddlers actually sit still for it. The flaps are thick enough to take teething bites, the repeating text invites baby to guess what’s behind each crate, and the story wraps up with a sweet surprise that usually ends in giggles. It’s the gold-standard first birthday gift that turns "just one more" into a bedtime routine.