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Name: We need a bigger zoo!
Rating: 1 (1 reviews)
Author: Eve Bunting

In this charming picture book, each page showcases an increasingly crowded zoo scene. The animals’ shared frustration is sparked by a skunk, prompting them to agree that their home needs to be expanded—a delightful exploration of community and cooperation for young readers.

First publish date: 1974

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: Eve Bunting

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