Doctor Dolittle's Zoo facts for kids
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| Author | Hugh Lofting |
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| Illustrator | Hugh Lofting |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Series | Doctor Dolittle |
| Genre | Children's novel |
| Publisher | Frederick A. Stokes |
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Publication date
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1925 |
| Media type | Print (Hardback & Paperback) |
| Preceded by | Doctor Dolittle's Circus |
| Followed by | Doctor Dolittle's Caravan |
Doctor Dolittle's Zoo is a fun children's book. It was written and illustrated by Hugh Lofting in 1925. This book is part of the popular Doctor Dolittle series. In this story, Doctor Dolittle comes home from his travels. He decides to make his house even better for animals.
Contents
What Makes Doctor Dolittle's Zoo Special?
Doctor Dolittle's zoo is very different from any other zoo you might know. There are no cages at all! Animals stay there because they want to. They are free to leave whenever they wish.
A Home for Every Animal
The doctor expands his home to welcome more animals. He creates a special place for dogs of mixed breeds. He also starts a club just for rodents. This makes his home a true animal paradise.
Solving a Mystery with Kling
Doctor Dolittle also takes on an exciting mystery in this book. He gets help from a clever detective. This detective is a dog named Kling. Together, they work to solve the puzzle.
Stories from the Rat and Mouse Club
A big part of the book involves the Rat and Mouse Club. Members of this club love to share their life stories. These stories are told throughout the book. They give us a peek into the lives of these small creatures. It's like a story within a story!
