Zoo & Safari Animal Books for 6–8 Year Olds
20 zoo and safari animal books for 6–8 year olds, picked from the 54 zoo and safari animal books in our review library. Lions, elephants, and giraffes are the celebrity tier of the animal kingdom for young readers. Every pick links to our full review, with age fit and where to buy.
The Jungle’s Lost Lullaby A gentle bedtime story about jungle
Isabella Harbour
Sandra Boynton and Yo-Yo Ma! Plus snoozing jungle animals! Two celebrated artists come together for JUNGLE NIGHT, a soothing bedtime board book. (Okay, MOSTLY soothing.) The book guides us through the jungle to hear the distinctive, gentle snore of each animal: "Listen to the tiger: ZEEE-ZOOO-HAAA.
An Elephant in the Garden Inspired by a True Story
Michael Morpurgo
Lizzie and Karl's mother is a zoo keeper; the family has become attached to an orphaned elephant named Marlene, who will be destroyed as a precautionary measure so she and the other animals don't run wild should the zoo be hit by bombs. The family persuades the zoo director to let Marlene stay in th
Did The Elephant Choose His Nose? And other poems by Joshua McManus
Joshua McManus
Did The Elephant Choose His Nose: And Other Poems is a fabulous collection of twenty witty and entertaining children's poems by Joshua McManus. Concentrating on the slightly rude and sometimes disgusting, young children will love the cautionary tales and fun to be had in each of them. From making su
The Elephant In The House
Diane Comte Frost
A limited edition artist's book aimed at children from 5 year of age, containing two original prints pulled by the artist. The story is centred around Sebastian, a lonely little boy who lives at home with his parents and a huge elephant that only he can see.. Until one day...
Giraffes Cant Dance
Giles Andreae
The bestselling Giraffes Can't Dance is now a board book Giraffes Can't Dance is a touching tale of Gerald the giraffe, who wants nothing more than to dance. With crooked knees and thin legs, it's harder for a giraffe than you would think. Gerald is finally able to dance to his own tune when he gets
Tiger Magic The Tigers Apprentice, Book Three by Laurence Yep
Laurence Yep
Tom has always been a reluctant apprentice. But since his grandmother's death, he's assisted the tiger Mr. Hu in guarding the magical phoenix egg. When the phoenix hatches prematurely, Tom faces his greatest challenge of all. The phoenix believes Tom is his mother, and suddenly it's Tom's turn to be
Supergirls Zoo-per Heroes Kryptos Big Break by Rob Justus
Rob Justus
It's a bird! It's a plane! It's Supergirl, Krypto, and...a bunch of zoo animals?! Krypto, the super dog, is known for getting into all sorts of trouble. But while waiting for Supergirl to finish some important business at the Watch Tower, he accidentally sends the Justice League's superhero costumes
Great Gorillas (Growing Up Wild) by Madison Parker
Madison Parker
Baby gorillas love snuggling with their mothers and exploring their environment. Curious and silly, these wild animals will excite young readers. This book is a charming look at the unique behaviors and features of little gorillas. Adorable photographs show baby gorillas in their natural habitat. Fa
The Secret Zoo by Bryan Chick
Bryan Chick
Something strange is happening at the Clarksville City Zoo. Late at night, monkeys are scaling the walls and searching the neighborhood— but what are they looking for? Noah, his sister Megan, and their best friends, Richie and Ella, live next door to the zoo. Megan is the first to notice the puzzlin
Return of the Cave Lion A Christian Children’s Action Adventure for Ages 8-11
Phyllis Wheeler
Join Jake and Ava, 11-year-old time travelers, on their latest adventure as they rescue those lost in time. When a mysterious large kitten appears in their suburban driveway, they know it's time to take him home. Soon the twins, their four-year-old cousin, and their furry companion find themselves i
Super Sammy & the Monkey Madness
Bolaji O
Has your imagination ever transformed an ordinary afternoon into a never-ending adventure?! So goes the world of Sammy - an imaginative little boy who sees larger-than-life adventure at every turn! In this superhero story, Sammy's bad behavior threatens to up-end a class visit to the zoo. In fact, S
The Lion and the Bird
Marianne Dubuc
"One autumn day, a lion finds a wounded bird in his garden. This is the beginning of a beautiful friendship"--Back cover.
Sunlight on the Snow Leopard (Magic Tree House (R)) by Mary Pope Osborne
Mary Pope Osborne
The #1 bestselling Magic Tree House series is ready to whisk you away through time with Jack and Annie--this time to the snowy mountains of Nepal! The magic tree house takes Jack and Annie to Nepal with a mission to find. . . a ghost! As frightening as that sounds, the mission is clear: find the gho
All the Animals How to Draw Books for Kids with Dogs, Cats, Lions
Alli Koch
Learn to draw with fun 5-minute drawing lessons for kids—great for young artists, birthday gifts, homeschool art lessons, and elementary art classes! Perfect for budding artists and kids who have never drawn before, this beginner drawing book will teach your kid how to draw their favorite animals in
Glad Goat and the Forest Zoo by Karen Keleher
Karen Keleher
Even in a small forest zoo, the hero may be someone you know.
Yusufs trip to the Alphabet Zoo Personalised Childrens Book
Chidi P Kazie
Visit kazzyprints.com for customisation options In "The Alphabet Zoo," embark on a thrilling personalized journey through the animal kingdom, where children can explore and learn about creatures from A to Z! This enchanting and educational book is specially designed to captivate young minds and fost
Monkey and Robot Cardboard Robot by Felix Hayes
Felix Hayes
This second book in the series features best friends Monkey and Robot - but even best friends can fall out. Monkey is in a bad mood and doesn't want to play with Robot. However, Robot needs Monkey's help making his toy. Can he change Monkey's mind?
Grace the Giraffe’s Golden Memories A Heartwarming Story for Children
Tremayne Mitchell
A tender family story that offers a gentle window into the issue of aging and memory loss for young readers. Grandma loves teatime--and so does her granddaughter--from picking out a special cup, to brewing the tea, to sharing stories at the table. But lately, Grandma seems forgetful. She doesn't alw
Sleeping Beauty (Fairy Tale Classics) by Tiger Tales
Tiger Tales
A wicked fairy casts a spell on the king’s daughter, Aurora, that puts everyone in the palace to sleep. Thorns grow like a forest around the castle. Can anyone break the spell?
Childrens book Toto Tiger loses her stripes Early readers Value
Sujatha Lalgudi
This story is about a tiger that loses her stripes and seeks help from other animals to get them back. Each animal she asks is unable to help and explains that they have fur, or feathers until the zebras come to the rescue by sharing their stripes. It teaches children to seek help when they need it