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In this article about ‘Zoo books for your toddlers, you will find some of the best books on a zoo board book, Zoo coloring books, and Zoo touch and feel books for your baby.

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Zoo Board books for toddlers:

Good Night, Gorilla

by Peggy  Rathmann (Author)

AGE: 1-3

This board book is an excellent addition to any Toddler’s bedtime routine. It teaches children how stories can be told through pictures, allowing for a fun and interactive reading experience between parents and children. The book is also easy for little ones to read on their own.

With its charming illustrations and amusing storyline, it’s sure to make both kids and adults laugh. Plus, it highlights the cleverness of animals, showing that they can outsmart humans.

Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear

by Bill Martin Jr. (Author), Eric Carle (Author)

* A Redbook Children’s Picture Book Award winner

AGE: 1-3

This book is an interactive and engaging read for young children. The rhythmic words are perfect for chanting, while the sounds of the animals allow kids to make fun noises. Additionally, the book encourages children to use their imaginations and pretend to be the different zoo animals, which is sure to be a hit with little ones. Remember to check out the last page for even more fun!

My First Curious George

by H. A. Rey (Author), Margret Rey (Author)

AGE: Baby-3

If you’re looking for a charming and delightful board book to introduce your little one to the lovable character of Curious George, then look no further!

This book is perfect for babies and toddlers, with its padded cover and easy-to-hold pages. It’s a beautiful gift for a baby shower or a great addition to your child’s growing library. With colorful illustrations and a gentle storyline, your child will love following along with the adventures of George and the man with the yellow hat.

The View at the Zoo

by Kathleen Long Bostrom (Author), Guy Francis (Illustrator)

AGE: 2-4

The illustrations are eye-catching and full of color, which my toddlers love. It’s also a great way to teach them about different animals and the noises they make. We discovered some new animals we hadn’t seen before, like the koala.

Classic zoo book for toddler

Put Me in the Zoo

by Robert Lopshire (Author)

AGE: 2 – 5

Children will enjoy this book as it introduces them to concepts such as colors, counting, sizes, and communication with friends. The book also encourages children to explore different interests and consider changing their goals as they grow up. The fun illustrations, including colorful socks, add to the enjoyment of the story.

Overall, this book is an engaging and valuable read for young children.

And Tango Makes Three

by Justin Richardson (Author), Peter Parnell (Author), Henry Cole (Illustrator)

AGE: 2 – 5

This heartwarming children’s book tells the true story of two male penguins who form a loving partnership and their journey to start a family. Children will learn about acceptance, love, and the importance of family. The beautiful illustrations and simple yet powerful story make it a perfect bedtime read for young ones.

At the Zoo

by Roger Priddy (Author)

AGE: Baby-2

This adorable board book is perfect for little hands to explore different textures and feel various animals’ soft fur, bumpy skin, and fuzzy feathers. The compact size makes it convenient to carry along on trips or outings. And the engaging textures will keep your little one entertained and engaged. It’s a great way to introduce your child to the world of animals and encourage sensory development.

Wild About Books

by Judy Sierra (Author), Marc Brown (Author)

AGE: 2-7

I love this book! The rhyming is fantastic, and there are even some animals that I didn’t know about (like the bandicoot). Although my boy is still relatively young, I appreciate the references to classic books like Dr. Seuss. Plus, it’s an excellent tool for teaching kids how to care for books. I highly recommend it!

Edward the Emu

by Sheena Knowles (Author), Rod Clement (Illustrator)

AGE: 2-7

If your children are tired of doing the same thing repeatedly, then, he/she can relate to Edward the Emu. Edward was fed up being an emu, so he explored other animals’ lifestyles. He tries swimming with seals, lounging with lions, and slithering with snakes. Eventually, Edward realizes that being an emu is the best thing he can be!

Lift-the-Flap Zoo Book toddlers

 Dear Zoo

AGE: 1-3

by Rod Campbell (Author, Illustrator)

It is an interactive and playful children’s book that is perfect for little ones who are just starting to learn about different animals and their characteristics.

The book follows a young child writing to the zoo asking to send a pet, and the zoo sends different animals that are not quite right for the child, one after another, and finally, the perfect pet arrives. 

The book is filled with other animals, such as lions, camels, and monkeys, with lift-the-flap elements that help children to discover the animal hidden behind each flap.

Zoo: Peek-a-Flap  Book

by Jaye Garnett (Author), Kasia Nowowiejska (Illustrator)

AGE: 1-3

It teaches about unusual animals – not just the common ones. The toddler loves opening the flaps and telling me what is in there.

Best Touch & Feel Zoo Book toddlers

Baby Animals

by Roger Priddy (Author)

Age: Baby-1

This book features various textures for the baby to touch and feel, which helps to develop their sensory skills. Furthermore, the rhyming text is perfect for parents to read aloud and enhance the baby’s language skills. They also have fun with colorful pictures. The fur is all soft, and she/he will like to touch it. It contains about 5 animals, rabbit, puppy, lamb, tiger, and duck.. beware though, that the other books in this series are almost identical.

Noisy Baby Animals

by Patricia Hegarty (Author), Tiger Tales (Compiler)

Baby-1

This interactive board book is perfect for engaging young readers with its touch-and-feel textures. It has adorable baby animal photographs and realistic animal sounds.

Children will love pressing the buttons to hear the baby animal noises and will enjoy playing them all over again on the last page—a great addition to any child’s book collection.

Best Zoo Stickers  Book for toddlers:

Zoo Animals

AGE: 2-4

This sticker book is perfect for preschoolers who love animals and art. With 20 different paint-by-sticker activities featuring cute zoo animals, children can easily create colorful artwork using big stickers perfect for little hands. The book is designed to help build essential skills in a fun and engaging way and includes everything kids need to get started.

Whether your child is a budding artist or loves stickers, they will have a blast with this delightful sticker book.

Best Zoo Coloring books for toddlers:

Happy Animals Coloring Book

by Coloring Book Kim (Author)

AGE: 1-3

The book has a high-quality white paper, and the simple pictures with thick black lines are perfect for older kids learning to trace or draw figures. The big images are fantastic, especially up close. My child and I have lots of fun coloring the pictures together with hand-over-hand assistance.

Conclusion:  These books are the best Zoo book for toddlers if you are looking to enrich your kid’s reading skills. I listed it based on review and expert opinion. You may visit my other articles about different books on toddlers.