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There is something unique in seeing an animal in person. This could be a giraffe gracefully stretching his neck, a lion appearing completely unafraid, or a small monkey creating mischief, but there is something that makes you take notice of animals. This is why National Zoo Awareness Day is so important. It allows us not only to visit a zoo, but also to reflect on animal education.
For children, in particular, stories may turn out to be simply amazing! The tales featuring animals can be used by parents to acquaint kids with all kinds of creatures, their habitat, relations with other animals and some life lessons, too. A decent tale featuring animals can make kids giggle, wonder and, most importantly, get interested in the world of animals!
On this Zoo Awareness Day, let us celebrate with books about animals and wildlife leading the reader to zoos, jungles and amazing adventures!
The Furry Stowaway
There are occasions where stories serve as a reminder of the need to appreciate and conserve all kinds of animals, more so the endangered animals. In ‘The Furry Stowaway’, there is a lost package discovered at the airport that causes much excitement in the neighbourhood. However, the more important lesson is that this serves as a reminder of why it is important to conserve the rare and amazing animals in our world.
It is a great way to convey the right message to young audiences who must learn the importance of wildlife conservation. This way, children get to realize that animals are more than just interesting animals to be observed.
The Jolly Giraffe
A car ride with a monkey and a giraffe would surely seem to be the start of a highly amusing adventure, and so it is in the book, ‘The Jolly Giraffe’.
Mickey the Monkey grows tired of his mundane life until he decides to go on an adventure with his friend, Jerry the Giraffe, in search of the Ravenous Rhinos. Their adventures take an amusing turn when they get lost in the forest and come across Leo the Lion who says that he is a vegetarian.
The story will surely entertain children with its fun surprises and cute animal characters.
Gerald's New Home
However, not all zoo stories are about adventure and fun. One such story that adopts a more tender approach to the theme of isolation and identity is titled ‘Gerald's New Home’.
Gerald is a giraffe who lives in a zoo with his good friend, Ken the zookeeper. While he loves having visitors around, Gerald is often isolated when everyone leaves at night. This results in one major question: will Ken be able to find Gerald a perfect home for him?
This book encourages zoo conservation and teaches people about empathy and animals are not just kept there for people to see.
Groo
What does it feel like when you go into the zoo and wonder which place you can call home?
This is precisely what ‘Groo’ faces in its life. On some days, Groo behaves like a giraffe, but on other days, it acts like a kangaroo. Groo begins moving around the zoo in search of animals like it.
Now Who's Talking? 2
Imagine what would happen if the animals that are kept in the zoo could speak out their thoughts.
This is accomplished in the book entitled ‘Now Who’s Talking? 2’, which provides interpretation of the voices of animals through entertaining dialogues with farm and zoo animals such as ferrets, turkeys, flamingos and crocodiles.
The Jungle Festival
In ‘The Jungle Festival’, the reader is introduced to a jungle kingdom through the life of Shumba, who is a young lion born in challenging circumstances. After losing his father, Shumba makes up his mind to retaliate and gets ready for an important battle.
This book is full of perseverance, dedication, and bravery. Although the readers are taken into the world of animals through this book, the lessons learned are not just limited to wildlife.
Adesua's Safari Adventure
Learning about animals turns into an adventure in ‘Adesua's Safari Adventure’. Adesua along with Muna the Monkey and Zoba the Zebra visits the jungle where she meets various animals such as elephants, giraffes, lions and many others.
This book brings together information about animals and mathematical problems in a way that allows kids to learn during their safari adventure.
Moreover, the book is good for showing that National Zoo Awareness Day activities do not need to be restricted to a trip to a zoo. Reading stories, learning facts about animals or discussing various habitats will work too.
The Angry Lion
Lenny is a roaring beast, and he has quite a temper too.
‘The Angry Lion’ demonstrates that it takes more than power to become the King of the Jungle. Lenny must be patient and kind even when dealing with such problems as teasing monkeys and dangerous adventures in the jungle.
Graham Learns to Listen
The Sumatran rainforest is certainly not quiet, with birds, frogs, and gibbons making noise throughout the jungle. The orangutan, Graham, is weary and hungry and wants some quiet time.
Through Julie’s help, Graham realizes how his friends have been communicating with him when she asks him to pay attention. After having some food and rest, he is ready to celebrate.
‘Graham Learns to Listen’ offers lesson about patience, concentration and paying attention to others.
Lenny the Lion
‘Lenny the Lion’ is finally the last story of our reading list that takes us into the world of animals as we travel with a young lion through the desert, safari, jungle, and forest to find his pack.
Lenny meets amazing animal friends and must overcome challenges that put his willpower to the test. This story is perfect to conclude our National Zoo Awareness Day Reading List as it embodies one of the most beautiful aspects of animal stories - they transport us to a completely different place and at the same time teach us a little bit about ourselves.
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