10 Best Zoos, Juvenile Fiction Books
Zoos, Juvenile Fiction is a popular category for many book lovers. Our team at Speechify has curated a list of the top Zoos, Juvenile Fiction audiobooks everyone must read.
See the top 10 Zoos, Juvenile Fiction audiobooks below.
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Middle School: It’s a Zoo in Here!
- By: James Patterson
- Narrator: Mark Sanderlin
- Length: 4 hours 26 minutes
- Publisher: Hachette Audio
- Publish date: January 24, 2022
- Language: English
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4.38(72 ratings)
4.38(72 ratings)Regular Price:Try for $0.0018.99 USDRafe feels like a caged lion at his summer job at the zoo–until a real lion desperately needs his help. Rafe Khatchadorian is days away from sweet, sweet summer freedom until bad grades threaten to land him in . . . SUMMER SCHOOL. It’sRafe feels like a caged lion at his summer job at the zoo–until a real lion desperately needs his help.
Rafe Khatchadorian is days away from sweet, sweet summer freedom until bad grades threaten to land him in . . . SUMMER SCHOOL.
It’s impossible to fail out of a summer job, right? Wrong. He strikes out at the zoo then grosses out at a billionaire’s country club:- Digging a pit for the annual clambake
- Scrubbing chewed bubblegum, sooty fireplaces, and . . . toilets
- Polishing the chrome on his boss’s ATV
Rafe is destined for the Failed Jobs Hall of Fame until an encounter with an endangered lion puts his wildlife knowledge to the test . . . and it’s more than his grade on the line this time.
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The One and Only Ivan
- By: Katherine Applegate
- Narrator: Adam Grupper
- Length: 3 hours 46 minutes
- Publisher: HarperCollins
- Publish date: March 06, 2013
- Language: English
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4.27(157896 ratings)
4.27(157896 ratings)Regular Price:Try for $0.008.99 USDThe #1 New York Times bestselling and Newbery Award-winning novel The One and Only Ivan is now a major motion picture streaming on Disney+ This unforgettable novel from renowned author Katherine Applegate celebrates the transformative power ofThe #1 New York Times bestselling and Newbery Award-winning novel The One and Only Ivan is now a major motion picture streaming on Disney+
This unforgettable novel from renowned author Katherine Applegate celebrates the transformative power of unexpected friendship. Inspired by the true story of a captive gorilla known as Ivan, this illustrated book is told from the point of view of Ivan himself.
Having spent twenty-seven years behind the glass walls of his enclosure in a shopping mall, Ivan has grown accustomed to humans watching him. He hardly ever thinks about his life in the jungle. Instead, Ivan occupies himself with television, his friends Stella and Bob, and painting. But when he meets Ruby, a baby elephant taken from the wild, he is forced to see their home, and his art, through new eyes.
In the tradition of timeless stories like Charlotte’s Web and Stuart Little, Katherine Applegate blends humor and poignancy to create an unforgettable story of friendship, art, and hope.
The One and Only Ivan features first-person narrative; author’s use of literary devices (personification, imagery); and story elements (plot, character development, perspective).
This acclaimed middle grade novel is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 5 to 8, for independent reading, homeschooling, and sharing in the classroom.
Plus don’t miss The One and Only Bob, Katherine Applegate’s return to the world of Ivan, Bob, and Ruby!
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Belly Up
- By: Stuart Gibbs
- Narrator: Gibson Frazier
- Length: 7 hours 26 minutes
- Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
- Publish date: January 01, 2021
- Language: English
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4.2(11840 ratings)
4.2(11840 ratings)Regular Price:Try for $0.0017.99 USDTwelve-year-old Theodore “Teddy” Roosevelt Fitzroy has murder on his hands and trouble on his tail. He believes that Henry, the hippopotamus at the brand-new FunJungle, has been murdered. The zoo’s top brass claim the hippo wentTwelve-year-old Theodore “Teddy” Roosevelt Fitzroy has murder on his hands and trouble on his tail. He believes that Henry, the hippopotamus at the brand-new FunJungle, has been murdered. The zoo’s top brass claim the hippo went belly up the natural way, but Teddy and his feisty friend Summer McCraken have other ideas. Could the culprit be FunJungle’s animal-hating head of operations? Or is it FunJungle’s owner–Summer’s dad–a man who is much more concerned about money than animal welfare? The deeper Teddy and Summer dig, the more danger they’re in–because when it comes to hippo homicide, the truth can’t be caged!
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How to Hug an Elephant
- By: Henry Winkler
- Length: 1 hours 11 minutes
- Publisher: Recorded Books, Inc.
- Publish date: June 15, 2021
- Language: English
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4.18(64 ratings)
4.18(64 ratings)Regular Price:Try for $0.008.99 USDHi there, I’m Hank. Here’s what you need to know about me: I don’t try to make the kids in my class laugh, but somehow I do. Spelling is my worst subject. (Come to think of it, so are math and reading!) I try hard–I reallyHi there, I’m Hank.
Here’s what you need to know about me: I don’t try to make the kids in my class laugh, but somehow I do. Spelling is my worst subject. (Come to think of it, so are math and reading!) I try hard–I really do. So why does my brain always freeze into a Popsicle?
Hank can’t wait to go on his class field trip to the zoo. But the trip soon turns into a nightmare when Hank gets lost! Where is his class? By the baboons? Near the elephants? The trip turns into a wild adventure that Hank will never forget!
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Sammy the Seal
- By: Syd Hoff
- Narrator: Lewis Grosso
- Length: 8 minutes
- Publisher: HarperCollins
- Publish date: February 24, 2015
- Language: English
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4.09(6154 ratings)
4.09(6154 ratings)Regular Price:Try for $0.000.99 USDSammy, the adventurous seal, leaves the zoo for the day and ventures into the big, busy city. Along the way he finds a school full of kids and new things to do–and he even learns to read! “So funny and so original that it promises to beSammy, the adventurous seal, leaves the zoo for the day and ventures into the big, busy city. Along the way he finds a school full of kids and new things to do–and he even learns to read!
“So funny and so original that it promises to be one of the most successful books in this best-selling series.” (Publishers Weekly)
Sammy the Seal is another hilarious, original story by Syd Hoff, the celebrated author of Danny and the Dinosaur. This classic Level One I Can Read is perfect for shared reading with a child. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.
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Panda in the Spotlight
- By: Sarah Horne
- Length: 1 hours 47 minutes
- Publisher: Recorded Books, Inc.
- Publish date: June 02, 2022
- Language: English
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4(2 ratings)
4(2 ratings)Regular Price:Try for $0.008.99 USDLife is good for Cal–and his Panda Bear, Pudding! The family stage-show Panda-Mime is a hit and there’s talk of a Hollywood film. But is it too good to be true? A nosy reporter is sniffing around and if she discovers thatLife is good for Cal–and his Panda Bear, Pudding!
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The family stage-show Panda-Mime is a hit and there’s talk of a Hollywood film.
But is it too good to be true? A nosy reporter is sniffing around and if she discovers that Pudding’s a real-life bear, then all their dreams will be dashed. -
Panda at the Door
- By: Sarah Horne
- Length: 2 hours 6 minutes
- Publisher: Recorded Books, Inc.
- Publish date: May 06, 2021
- Language: English
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3.79(26 ratings)
3.79(26 ratings)Regular Price:Try for $0.0010.99 USDPudding the Panda makes everyone smile at Edinburgh Zoo. But what would make her truly happy is a family to take care of–like her heroine, Mary Poppins. Meanwhile, Callum is having a hard time at home. His parents keep arguing. His sister isPudding the Panda makes everyone smile at Edinburgh Zoo. But what would make her truly happy is a family to take care of–like her heroine, Mary Poppins.
Meanwhile, Callum is having a hard time at home. His parents keep arguing. His sister is annoying and his ninth birthday gift is a certificate for an ‘adopted’ panda when all he wanted was Lego.
Then by a twist of fate, the unbelievable happens and the two come together on Callum’s front doorstep … pandamonium!
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What I Learned from a Penguin
- By: Daniel G. Amen
- Narrator: Daniel G. Amen
- Length: 9 minutes
- Publisher: Blackstone Publishing
- Publish date: January 01, 2015
- Language: English
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3.65(45 ratings)
3.65(45 ratings)Regular Price:Try for $0.0013.95 USDToo often we pay attention to negative behavior and ignore the positive. We are rarely taught the benefit of positive reinforcement, and instead focus on the negative and expect automatic change. This children’s book is based on a true storyToo often we pay attention to negative behavior and ignore the positive. We are rarely taught the benefit of positive reinforcement, and instead focus on the negative and expect automatic change.
This children’s book is based on a true story as experienced by Dr. Amen himself. One day while watching a penguin named Fat Freddy take part in a stunt show at a local amusement park, he is astonished to see the penguin perform so well. Frustrated by his own son’s behavior, Dr. Amen decides to talk with the trainer after the show to find out how she got the penguin to follow all of her directions. Through clever rhyme and storytelling, the trainer shares with Dr. Amen the power of positive reinforcement.
Though designed with elementary school students in mind, this story has taught people of all ages a valuable, life-changing lesson.
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A Very Fiona Christmas
- Length: 8 minutes
- Publisher: Zonderkidz
- Publish date: October 01, 2019
- Language: English
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3(1 ratings)
3(1 ratings)Regular Price:Try for $0.002.99 USDJoin your favorite hippo, Fiona–the adorable internet sensation from the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden–and all her loveable animal friends for their first heartwarming Christmas adventure through the zoo to find the answer to theJoin your favorite hippo, Fiona–the adorable internet sensation from the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden–and all her loveable animal friends for their first heartwarming Christmas adventure through the zoo to find the answer to the question, “What’s Christmas?”?
Amidst the snow, twinkling lights, mistletoe, and stockings, Fiona meets a new friend at the zoo––Chloe Koala––who helps her discover the true meaning of Christmas. Snuggle up with your little ones and join Fiona and her adorable animal friends for a romp through the zoo.?
A Very Fiona Christmas teaches children ages 4-8 about:?
- The true meaning of the holidays by sharing the wonder and excitement of the season?
- Friendship and thoughtfulness?
- The impact of generosity and giving over receiving
 
Check out other inspirational children’s audio books in the Fiona the Hippo series:??
- Fiona, It’s Bedtime?
- Fiona the Hippo?
- Fiona and the Easter Egg Hunt
 
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Fiona, It’s Bedtime
- Length: 5 minutes
- Publisher: Zonderkidz
- Publish date: April 07, 2020
- Language: English
Regular Price:Try for $0.002.99 USDJoin your favorite hippo, Fiona, the adorable internet sensation from the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, in this cuddly read-aloud picture book as she says good night to all her animal friends before snuggling up with herJoin your favorite hippo, Fiona, the adorable internet sensation from the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, in this cuddly read-aloud picture book as she says good night to all her animal friends before snuggling up with her mama—encouraging your own child to drift off to sleep with their own bedtime routine.
A follow-up to the New York Times bestselling Fiona the Hippo, Fiona, It’s Bedtime showcases the fearless hippo that’s as much of a star at the zoo (in the real world) as she is online!
This audiobook is the perfect bedtime story for children ages 4 to 8 to listen to. Fiona, It’s Bedtime:
- Features art by New York Times bestselling artist Richard Cowdrey (Fiona the Hippo, Bad Dog, Marley)
- Takes kids on a nighttime adventure to see how the zoo animals sleep at night
- Presents fun, rhyming text that will engage children while soothing them for their own bedtime ritual
Fiona, It’s Bedtime is the perfect gift for Fiona enthusiasts, birthdays, and holiday gift giving.
Check out other titles in the Fiona the Hippo series: Fiona the Hippo and A Very Fiona Christmas.
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Cliff Weitzman
Cliff Weitzman is a dyslexia advocate and the CEO and founder of Speechify, the #1 text-to-speech app in the world, totaling over 100,000 5-star reviews and ranking first place in the App Store for the News & Magazines category. In 2017, Weitzman was named to the Forbes 30 under 30 list for his work making the internet more accessible to people with learning disabilities. Cliff Weitzman has been featured in EdSurge, Inc., PC Mag, Entrepreneur, Mashable, among other leading outlets.
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