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Krull, Kathleen

What's New? The Zoo!: A Zippy History of Zoos

40 pp. | Scholastic/Levine | June, 2014 | Trade ISBN 978-0-545-13571-9 $17.99
(3) K-3 Illustrated by Marcellus Hall. A broadly sketched timeline (beginning "4,400 years ago" and moving through the centuries) details humans' fascination with exotic animals and consequent development of zoos. In ancient times, possession of wild animals indicated ruling power; in more modern times, wildlife in captivity promoted close observation and led to appreciation and conservation. Cartoony illustrations add interest and some humor to the conversational text. Bib.
Reviewer: Paula M. Cairo

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