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Check back here Tuesday and see all those slithering snake art projects from our dedicated campers.
Okay, it’s time for me to go take a nap. See you Tuesday!
Good Thursday to you all. Zebee here.
Today's book is lots of fun. The gang here at the V Zoo really had fun with this book. We were jumping, dancing and singing (if you can imagine that!) through the whole book.
Here's what my boss Joy has to say about it:
* * * * *Kathy will have you up out of your chair and moving as you read her book. Each day of the week has different moves from slipping, sliding and spinning on Sunday to wiggling, wobbling and whirling on Wednesday. She has lots of fun active words to take you through the week.
Illustrator Tony Glisson’s drawings are full of children having fun acting out Kathy’s words. I liked his illustrations for Kathy’s song near the end of the book.
Kathy added more fun at the back of the book with games and several pages with fun language arts activities, coloring pages with writing skills added two them and cool word puzzles.
This is a great book to help parents and teachers alike teach the days of the week in a very fun way.
* * * * *Where can you buy Kathy’s book?
LuluWant more from Kathy? Check out her blog
Educationtipster. She always has fun ideas to share.
Hop over to
Lulu right now and pick up your ebook right now. It's only $3.00 and start having fun!
Good morning campers, Zebee here. This week was all about penguins. I like penguins, don't you?
We had art work sent in from three campers this week. Let's get right to it.
First we have the hidden picture
done on the computer again by Sue.
Now Anne sent us a picture
of her handprint penguin.
Beth sent in two pictures this week.
She did the egg shaped penguin
and the crossword puzzle.
Thank you girls for sending us yur pictures. My boss Joy will be emailing you your special penguin surprise today. So look for it.
* * * * *That's it for art this week. Be sure to send in your art from or Slithery Snake week that's going on right now. The art projects will be up tomorrow.
As always, the gang here at the V Zoo really likes it when you send in your pictures, so keep them coming.
Now I'm off to check out what's going on over at the bear pit. Belinda seems mighty upset about something.
Good morning everyone, Zebee here. Well, I visited a lot of zoos this week, and look what I found. . .
Zoo Animal Get Cool Treats to Beat the Heat
Last Sunday we shared this story, now watch the video.
'Corks for Conservation' wine tasting event at Binder Park Zoo
This one’s for the adults out there. Check this out for a fun time.
Endangered habitat Up Close and Personal
Cool new exhibit at Stone Zoo in Stoneham, MA. Great picture too.
Tips for having the best possible experience at the Columbus Zoo
These are good for most zoos.
Baby Elephant Born at Hogle Zoo
See the first pictures of newest baby at Hogle Zoo. When was she born?
How much does she weigh? Find out here.
New Babies at the Houston Zoo
What’s new at the Houston Zoo nursery. . . see their pictures and see if they’ve been named yet.
Rare Lion Cubs Unveiled at Zoo
Cool video of these rare lions. Learn why they’re rare.
Detroit Zoo Seeks Suggestions to Name Lemur Twins
Help name these babies. You have until September 2, so check this out now.
Denver Zoo Has the Ticket for a Wild Birthday
Is it your birthday? Do you live near Denver? Read this then and say “happy birthday to me!”
Brew at the Zoo – Adult fun
Are you busy next Friday? Do you live near Columbus, OH? If you said yes, then don’t miss this.
Endangered Red Panda Births Quadruplets At Denver Zoo
Read all about these cute cubs and see what other name Red Pandas are known by.
Indian Zoo Breeds “Endangered White Tigers”
Watch this very interesting video and learn about these beautiful animals.
Elephants, Robotics and Teens Together at Oregon Zoo
This is really cool! See what these three teens did and how it’s benefiting the elephants.
I just love visiting zoos, don't you? See what's going on at your local zoo and stop in for a fun family day. Oh, and if you do, send me a picture or two and I'll get my boss Joy to post them here. Thanks!
Now, next week over at 'Zebee's Summer Zoo Camp' we are going to be looking at SNAKES! Be sure to stop in and check it out.
One last thing before I sign off and go hunting for that great treat I saw Rebekha hiding, be sure to send in digital pictures of this week's art work from zoo camp. Remember, if you do my boss Joy will send you a penguin surprise.
Good morning! Zebee here. This week I have a really cool book. It's all about learning how to save and spend money. Here's my boss Joy's review of "The 4 Little Pigs."
* * * * *Jeanette has done a great job helping us teach our children about the use of money.
Welcome to "The 4 Little Pigs." It's Caleb's third birthday and his parents want him to learn how to save and spend money.
One of his presents is a box of 4 little piggy banks. They are named schooling, saving, spending and sharing.
See how Caleb learns what to do with his money and how he decides to spend it.
Jeanette has created an easy to read and understand book about finances that all young children can understand. She shows ways to teach your young ones how to handle their allowances.
Franfou's illustrations fit perfectly. You feel like you are Caleb and are making the decisions right along with him.
Jeanette not only has the book "The 4 Little Pigs" she also has 4 piggy banks for you to use, just like in the story.
This book is a great way to teach your children how to start using money wisely.
* * * * *All of the animals here at the V Zoo thought it would be fun to get an allowance. We don't need one, but if we did, here is what some of us would do with it:
Billy: "I'd buy candy, lots of candy."
Bindi: "No you wouldn't."
Billy: "Gee mom."
Elvis: "I'd save it for a nice new home for my family."
Elvira: "Thank you Elvis. That's very thoughtful of you."
Star: "I'd go to a beauty spa. I've always wanted to have a massage."
Honey: "That sounds wonderful. I think I'd do the same thing."
Lito: "I'd travel. You know, like you do Zebee. I want to see all those other zoos and things."
Zebee: "I'll see if our boss Joy will let me take you along some time."
Lito: "Thanks Zebee."
So, what would you do with an allowance? We'd like to know.
You can buy the book and piggy banks over at:
Have Fun!
See you all back here Sunday with more zoo news. I wonder where I'll end up this week. . .
Good morning campers and bloggers! Zebee here.
This is the end of week 5 and beginning of week 6 over at 'Zebee's Summer Zoo Camp.' We have two art project entries this week.
The first is from Wyatt. He made Mori's mask and I personally love the colors he used.
What do you think?
Our second project comes from Beth. She looks like she had fun making our jointed Mori this week.
Wyatt and Beth, look in your email box today for a special okapi surprise just for you.
Thanks for sending in your art work.
* * * * *This week is all about penguins. Hop over to
Playful Penguins Week and watch the videos and have fun with the coloring pages. Remember, Wednesday we will add all the arts and crafts projects for you to do.
Send us a digital picture and you'll get a special penguin surprise next week.
Good day to all of you out there in Bloggerville, Zebee here. Boy did I do some traveling this week! I went to Florida, Texas, California and Germany to name a few places. Join me on my finds for the week.
Free Admission to Atlanta Zoo Today!
Cool way to spend your Sunday, and it’s free! Read here for how this works.
New Baby Gorilla in Germany
Watch this video of mom and baby.
NC Zoo hosts 'ZooCool' at the peak of summer
What a cool idea! See what kind of treats those lucky animals are getting.
Help name zoo's new snow leopard cub
Quick! If you want to name the baby, read this. There are only a few days left in the contest.
Zoo celebrates giraffe's birthday
Happy Birthday Jelani! What kind of cake did he get? Read about it and watch the short video.
Zoo Offers Military Appreciation
I like it when zoo communities honor or military families. Thanks Roosevelt Park Zoo!
Giant panda gives birth to fifth cub at the San Diego Zoo
It always amazes me how small pandas are at birth and how big the are when they are adults. Look at the picture here to get an idea.
It Is a Discount Weekend at Cincinnati Zoo
Hurry on over to the zoo for a great time. They are having some fun events like elephant bath time and shows. You get in for half price, so what are you waiting for.
Making the most of your family's museum and zoo memberships
Are you looking to get a last minute trip in before school starts? See how your family memberships can get you in free at other zoos in the country. Great ideas!
Homeschool Open House at the Central Florida Zoo
Now this is a great idea! All you homeschoolers in the Central Florida area, make your reservation today!
I guess that’s all for today. I don’t know about you, but I need to take a nap, right over there under my favorite tree. *yawn*
See you Tuesday with an update from zoo camp. Oh, and don’t forget to email us pictures of your arts and crafts for the week. Hop over to Observant Okapis and do them today.
Good morning book fans. Today my boss Joy has a book to share with you that is . . .
Well, I'll l et her tell you about it.
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Today’s book takes you on a journey into the world of a wuffle. What’s a wuffle? In the words of the story
“Now, the Wuffle is hard to describe. It’s sort of a small, but fat, and round little creature with little, scrawny legs almost like those of a frog. He’s real fuzzy with big, beady eyes. He is quite funny looking really.”
Because the wuffle thinks he’s funny looking, he hides from the animals in the forest when he goes out for a drink down at the river. Until one day when one of the animals discovers him…
Wave Walton has created a story that children can relate to when they feel like they’re different and have no friends. This book let’s us see how unique each one of us is and how that’s a good thing. Ian Crittenden’s illustrations help you feel just what the wuffle is feeling.
* * * * *When she read this to the V Zoo gang, we wondered if the Wuffel would ever come visit us. We're real curious about him. She said she'd see what she could do.
Wave has had the book translated into Chinese and published an English / simplified Chinese version. Over at his website, he has his book either available or soon to be available in Russian and Hindi with more to come.
In the future, Wave plans on having coloring pages and more to go along with his book, “The Wuffle.” Maybe when he writes another story about the Wuffle they both will come for a visit.
So, where can you buy it?
Check it out today.
I'll see you over at zoo camp later today. Mori is spending a lot of time at camp this week. He's answering all kinds of questions. All the kids keep asking him to show them his blue tongue and want him to lick his ears. We have several cool arts and crafts for you to do too. Oh, and if you send our boss Joy a picture of yours, she'll post it here next Tuesday AND send you a special for you gift!
Good morning campers! Zebee here.
We had a really fun week at camp last week with all those facinating frogs, didn't we? A few of you sent in some art and we here at the V Zoo thank you very much. We like to see what you are doing at camp.
First we have Wyatt's frog puppet. Wyatt named his frog wackad
oo. Wyatt is 3 and a half.
Thanks Wyatt.
Next we have Anthony's coloring pages. Anthony is nine.
Thanks Anthony.
And our last art project for this week is from Sue. She's seven and she says: "My mom let me use her paint program on her computer to color this. I had lots of fun. I like hidden pictures. Thanks."
Thank you Sue.
Okay, as promised, Wyatt, Anthony and Sue will get an email shortly with a specially made for them bookmark. Great job campers!
Do you want a specially made for you surprise next week? It's easy. Just send in a picture of your art projects and my boss Joy will create something special just for you.
Hop over to this week's zoo camp page of
Observant Okapis and send in one of the art projects. There will be more arts and crafts up tomorrow, Wednesday, so check it out and have fun!
See you back here Thursday with another great book review!
Zebee out.
Good morning zoo lovers! Zebee here and do we have lots of territory to cover today. See you at the end!
Bindi Irwin turns 11, parties at the Australian Zoo
Happy Birthday Bindi! Great way to celebrate.
Summer camp children take a trip to the zoo
What a fun day at the zoo these kids had. If you live in the Detroit area, you need to look into this.
New ride opens at Louisville Zoo
This ride looks like a lot of fun. Go check it out and let me know. Being a zebra has it’s down side once in a while.
Zoo starting work on $50 million African Forest
Now this looks like it’s going to be really cool when it’s done. Anyone live in Houston?
Oregon Zoo welcomes baby saki monkey
New baby. See what a saki monkey looks like.
Sedgwick County Zoo welcomes rare Poitou donkey
What kind of donkey is this and why is she so rare?
Small but tall: Male giraffe born at Utah zoo
Awww, what a loving mom. See her and her new baby together.
Free Naples Zoo admission to emergency workers
Naples, what a nice way to say ‘thank you.’ If you’re in the Naples area, please help support the zoo.
Go mad at the zoo
If you’re part of the Lake Superior Zoological Society, check this out. If not, join and you can go too.
Zoo of Acadiana gets award
Congratulations! See what all the fuss is about.
What a Pair: Baby Otters Welcomed in New Zealand
What cute babies.
Rare tigers born at Great Plains Zoo
Baby tigers look like kittens. They make you want to cuddle with them. These zookeepers are lucky.
I guess that’s it for today. See you back here Tuesday with the art that our campers have sent in. It’s not too late, pop over to this week’s Fascinating Frogs and send in one of the art projects. My boss Joy is giving each camper who send in art this week a special made for them bookmark.
I think I’ll go see if I can get some help from Billy to make …
Good morning book review fans, Zebee here. Today I'm going to share a book with all of you that my boss Joy just finished reading to us. It's called "The Three SnowBears."
Do you know the story of Goldilocks? This is Goldilocks with a twist. This story takes place in Alaska with a little girl named Aloo-ki. She's an Inuit eskimo. She's out fishing with her sled dogs one day when the dogs drift away from her on a piece of the ice that's melting. On her hunt for them, she comes across an igloo and can't resist going inside to check it out. I'm not going to tell you any more, you'll have to read it for yourself.
The artwork in Jan's books is always beautiful. She illustrates the story, but on the sides of the main illustratoins she has other pictures of things that are going on as well. Like in this book, the main pictures show you what A;oo-ki is doing and the side pictures show you what the bears and sled dogs are doing. I really like that. There's so much to see on each page.
Our polar bears Cindy and Clide, really liked the book. Cindy wants a coat like mama snow bear's.
Okay, so where can you buy this beautiful book?
That's all for today. Oh, go visit your local library, you never know what you might find there!
Bye until Sunday!
Good morning fellow campers and everyone else, Zebee here.
Last week over at camp we learned about vultures. Here are pictures from some of our campers.
Wyatt who's 3 1/2 has sent in 3 pictures for us this week.
Here is his Elvis picture. Thanks Wyatt.
Here are two more from Wyatt.
Thanks Wyatt for everything you've sent in. We really like seeing what you're doing.
Okay, Beth who's 7 1/2 sent in her copy of Elvis.
Thanks Beth.
Timmy who's 6 made our vulture toilet paper roll craft. Here's his picture.
Thanks Timmy.
One of our new campers, Jessica whos' 5 sent in the lizard maze.
Thanks Jessica. I think it's great that you sent this in.
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So, that's it for this week. All of us here at the V Zoo really want to thank everyone who's sent in art work.
For the rest of you, it's not too late. I heard my boss Joy say that she's going to make up a special bookmark for everyone who sends in any art work or writing piece. Everyone who's sent in art up to now will get one too. So, look for it in your email in-box.
So what are you waiting for, go back through each week and pick out your favorite piece of art or writing and be sure to send it in. (Find the link over at
zoo camp.)
Good morning everyone in Bloggerville. Zebee here with lots of great happenings at the world zoos. Sit back and travel with me around the world for a bit. I’ll see you back here at the end of our trip.
N.C. Zoo Celebrates National Zookeeper Week
Watch this video to see what they’re doing at the zoo. Thanks zookeepers!
Cougar Mountain Zoo in Issaquah to Debut New Bengal Tiger Cubs on Wednesday
What cute babies! They are two different breeds of tigers. Which two?
Zoo Director (O.K., Be That Way)
A great look inside the Bronx zoo. How many animals do they have? Read and find out that and much more insiders stuff.
A Walk in The Vienna Zoo
Great slide show of the worlds oldest zoo. When did it open? 1752!
Bulkee, the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo's newest koala, now on display
Watch this video and learn all about Bulkee the male koala.
The St, Louis Zoo – A Day Trip to Remember
Okay, I’m not a big fan of insects, but they have a really cool Insectarium you just have to check out.
Tulsa Zoo welcomes 600-pound tortoise
Look at the picture and see just how big a 600 pound tortoise is. He’s also pretty old, for a tortoise that is.
Zoo Animals Baffled by Solar Eclipse
Very interesting! Read what happened at this zoo in China last week. Did you see the solar eclipse where you live?
Zoo Tiger Cubs Now Have Names
See what they are and look at the picture of one of them. Cute as can be!
Clues At The Zoo
What a fun idea. Check this out. Could your zoo do something like this?
Rock Out at the Seattle Zoo
See who’s coming to town. Zoos are great places to spend an evening listening to music.
Cincinnati Zoo's cheetah looks to set new land speed record for mammals
It’s a race of a different kind. Read how these two cheetah from different parts of the world are going to race against each other to see how can claim the title of fastest cheetah.
A look back at the Fort Worth Zoo's first 100 wild years
See how far they’ve come in 100 years. Great history here.
Bearing up: Orphaned grizzly cubs to star in Memphis Zoo exhibit
The Memphis Zoo did a lot of work to make this baby feel at home. Read about his new life.
Knoxville Zoo’s prize chimp is bold, curious as he turns 1
What a great picture and video of this chimps birthday. Learn how long he’s going to be at the Knoxville Zoo.
Animals Do Their Part to Keep Miami Zoo GreenWhat can we animals do to help out? See what they’re doing down at the Miami Zoo.
What’s happening at the zoo near you? If you tell me where you live, I’ll check out your local zoo and report on it whenever they are having special events. Just drop me a comment. Thanks!
I’m glad you came along with me today. I hope the rest of your day is going to be as much fun as mine is. While I was traveling with you, the keepers Rebekha and Sally hid treats for me to find all over my exhibit. I love to explore and find them all. There’s one over there. It looks like a carrot. Oh, and there’s another one! Got to go. See you back here Tuesday with all the art projects form our campers. Bye for now!
Good morning all! Zebee here with another great book to review. Do you remember a while back we looked at Paris’s first book,
“I’m Having Twins!” We are back now with the second in her series and it’s just as cute.
“My Twins are Coming Home” picks up where “I’m Having Twins” left off. The day has arrived and Paris’s mom has her new baby sisters. Paris is so excited about becoming a big sister. Read how she spends her time waiting for her new baby sisters to come home and what she finally can share with them.
Again, the illustrations are very kid friendly. This is another great book in this series that big brothers and sisters will enjoy reading over and over again.
I liked the book and so did the rest of the animals here at the V Zoo. I think you’ll like it to.
Where can you buy it?
Double Up BooksJust MultiplesIf you haven't stopped in over at our
zoo camp, hop over now and catch up on all the fun. Remember to send in your art work and stories for points to win one of our prizes at the end of camp.
Check back with me here on Sunday for more zoo news. See you then! Zebee out.
Happy Tuesday! Zebee here. Our zoo camp is into it's third week now. Let's see what our campers are sending in to share with everyone.
First up is Wyatt and his
picture of a lizard. Wyatt is 3 and a half and his mom says he asks for zoo camp every day.
Wyatt also sent in a picture of his bubble wrap lizards. This is what he said:
Hi Zebee,Here is a picture of the bubble wrap lizards I made with my mom. She,put glue where the eyes go and I pasted google eyes on them. Thank you, Wyatt
Here's Anne's foam lizard art. She gave her pink wiggle eyes.
* * * * *Okay, now for our 8 sentence stories. We have two. The first one is from Jimmy.
Iguana, iguana, I want to play with iguana.
Iguana is green and scaly.
I like to watch and chase iguanas.
Want to have an iguana for a pet.
To feed an iguana I give him lettuce.
Play on the piano and make up a song.
With my dad I made my iguana a cage.
Iguana likes his new home.
Next is a story by Becky.
The chameleon looked both ways before she leaped.
Chameleon landed on a branch.
Looked over at the spider web.
Both the spider and the chameleon blinked.
Ways to eat a spider.
Before the chameleon ate the spider she watched.
She got the spider on the first try.
Leaped off the branch and walked away.
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For all you campers who are being shy about sending your art and writings in, don't be shy! Remember, sending things in gets you more points and more chances to win one of the 5 prizes at the end of zoo camp. So, send them in. I know the gang here at the V Zoo would love seeing what you're doing.
See you back here Thursday with another great book review.
Happy Sunday everyone! Zebee here with more fun zoo news. Let’s see what’s happening at the zoo today.
Fort Worth Zoo, oldest in Texas, turns 100
Wow! Happy Birthday Ft. Worth Zoo! Special things are going on there for the next 10 weeks, so be sure to stop in.
Pittsburgh Zoo Celebrates First Birthdays Of Baby Elephants
Watch this cool video about the baby elephants. What have they learned in their first year of life?
Rare snow leopard cub debuts at Hogle Zoo
Do you live near Hogle Zoo? If you do, or if you’re passing through the Salt Lake City area this summer, stop in to see this cutie.
Oregon Zoo Releases Endangered Butterflies
How many of these endangered butterflies do they release? Read this to find out and see what they look like.
Endangered animals born at Front Royal conservation center
Three different endangered species gave birth at the National Zoo. What were they?
Free Shakespeare play opens outdoors at Beardsley Zoo on July 17
This is different, go to the zoo and watch a Shapesperean play. Great idea, and it’s free.
On hot days, zoo animals are cool
Watch the video and see how the keepers help their animal friends get through the hot summer months.
The Zoo's newest member takes life slow
Baby two toed sloth video. Learn about how sloths live, upside down. What other animal is in the video?
Twin moose calves on exhibit at MN Zoo
See these babies and learn a little bit about our friends from the north.
Watch a video of them.
Win a family ticket to Bristol Zoo Gardens
Now who wouldn’t want to win a day at the zoo? Read this to see what you have to do to win. Hurry, the copetition ends July 26th. Good luck!
Elephant carwash raises zoo cash
Want your car washed by an elephant? Read on!
Penguin chick born at Akron Zoo
Who likes penguins? I do. Here’s a baby named Tadeo to go see.
Snow suits kids at Palm Beach Zoo's 'Winter in July'
Hurry! This is for today and then it’s gone. Great fun for those in Palm Beach, FL.
Okay, that's all for today.
See you Tuesday. I'll have all the pictures sent in by Monday posted so you still have time to send yours in. This will give you extra points and chances to win the prizes at the end of camp.
Good Thursday to you, Zebee here. I have a book about a zoo for you today. Here's what my boss Joy had to say about it.
* * * * *"My Friends at the Zoo" is an adorable story about a little girl’s day at the zoo. Her romp with the animals is sure to grab any child’s imagination. She makes the peacock a fancy hat, swims with the otters and skips rope with the elephants. Her adventures continue all day long with many more animals in the zoo.
Richard Paniello really has a way with rhyming in a very vivid way. Along with Vicky Knoll’s illustrations you are that little girl enjoying yourself at the zoo.
Reading “My Friends at the Zoo” will make you put on your sneakers and head for your local zoo.
* * * * *Now it's my turn. I liked this book a lot. I wish that children could come into our exhibits and play with us like she dreams about in this story. I'd love to jump and run with them. Oh well, I guess that's not possible. We are wild animals and I guess that wouldn't be a very good idea.
So, where you can buy “My Friends at the Zoo?”
I'll see you back here Sunday for more soo news. How are you coming along with your lizard arts and crafts? If you haven't started yet, go to this weeks page for zoo camp and at the bottom you'll find everything you need to make your lizards. Be sure to send in a picture so we can post them here nest Tuesday.
Bye for now!
Zebee out. Ahhh, the grass is nice and soft under this tree. I think I'll take a nap.
Hi campers (and other loyal readers), Zebee here. Today, as promised, I'm bringing you everyone's comments and art work from Meerkat Mania week over at zoo camp. So let's get started.
Favorite meerkat facts:
My favorite fun fact about Meerkats is what they eat! Spiders and scorpions.
from Wyatt
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My favorite meerkat fact is that they are called the “Solar panels of the animals world.” I think that’s funny.
from Anne
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I like the fact that they have built in sunglasses. I wish I did.
from Billy
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Meerkat poems:
Meerkats! by Sally
Meerkats eat,
Meerkats sleep,
Meerkats like to dig.
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I once saw a meerkat run down the street
Then I woke up
By Cliff
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A friend of my boss Joy sent in a poem too. She’s an adult. I think you all will really like it.
No Mere Meerkat by Tanja
Mirka the Meerkat,
As you probably know,
Is the cousin of Timon –
Of the Lion King Show.
She’s agile and she’s cool
She’s nobody’s fool...
She’s seven years old and
She so hates the cold.
She’s the mob’s Alpha girl
Her life’s a big social whirl;
What with foraging, burrowing,
Sunbathing and grooming.
She’s the size of a squirrel,
A sleek two pounds, and lissom -
She closes her ears
When she doesn’t want to listen.
She dines on dainty morsels,
Make no mistake –
A varied menu of lizard...
Insect, bird and snake!
Art work:
Anne and Johnny sent in their meerkat art work.
Aren't they nice?
Okay, so all these children have now earned an extra point towards the prizes at the end of camp. Congratulations!
Remember, it's not too late to send yours in. The more you participate the more chances you have to win one of the 5 prizes being given away at the end of zoo camp.
See you over at zoo camp where this week we're looking at lizards. Chameleons and iguanas are the two kinds we're playing with and learning about.
See you Thursday, right here.
Good day to you all. I hope it’s nice and sunny wherever you are in this beautiful planet we all call home. Zebee here with yet another great week of zoo news.
This is baby news week. You’ll see what I mean as you read on.
Zoo Welcomes Kalispell, rare Okapi
Looks like Mori’s got a new cousin. See where she lives and watch the short video of her.
Endangered Baby Proboscis Monkeys Born in Zoo
More babies and another video. See where these live.
Piglets debut at New Orleans Audubon Zoo
And more babies. These are Babirusa (BAH-bee-ROO-suh) pigs. See what that means, oh and there’s a picture of them too.
A zoo full of babies
I guess this is just zoo baby week! See which zoo has a whole bunch of babies and what they are.
Zoo contest to name baby capuchin monkey
Want a chance to win something this summer? If you live near Norman, OK., check out what the rules are to win and what you’ll win if they pick you to name the baby capuchin.
L.A. Zoo's nursery is hopping (and crawling, and flapping) with baby animals
See how many different types of baby animals are at the L.A. Zoo this summer. Lots going on there too.
Utica Zoo welcomes baby sea lion - now a contest to name him
Watch this video and think up a name for the baby sea lion.
Memphis Zoo Welcomes New Baby Elephant
What’s this baby’s name? Find out when you watch the video.
Taronga Zoo's new-born elephant a massive drawcard
Another baby elephant. Watch the video to see just how cute he is.
Pygmy hippo born at Edinburgh Zoo
Learn about pygmy hippos and why this baby is so special.
There are other things going on at the zoos besides babies. Here are a few of them.
Zoo affords cheap fun
See how one zoo is doing this summer. Have you been to your local zoo lately?
Live in Brevard county, FL? For July and August go to the zoo for free Saturday evenings. Arrive after 5 p.m. and stay till 9 p.m.
Sleep With the Animals at NEW Zoo
I do this every night, but you don’t. See what all the buzz is about. IF you live in the Green Bay, WI area, this might be something you’d like to do.
So, when are YOU going to the zoo? Share with all of us here at the V Zoo what your favorite baby animal is.
Okay, so tomorrow is the second week of “Zebee’s Summer Zoo Camp” and we’re all about lizards. Pop in tomorrow and see what’s going on.
See you back here Tuesday! Have a great day!
Good day to you all out there in Bloggerville. Zebee and the whole gang here. I, uh, we have a book to share with you today that is about something we all like to do. Nibble. When our boss Joy read this one, we left thinking of all the nibbles we like best.
But first, let’s hear what Joy has to say.
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While the kind old man that takes care of Tootise feeds her, she longs for tastier treats. When he takes his afternoon naps, Tootise sneaks out and searches around town for tasty tidbits. Go along with Tootsie and see just what good tasting treats she finds.
The illustrations are perfectly suited for the story. As Tootise goes on her hunt for treats, you are right along side her as you look at them.
Tootsie the Nibble Hunter is a cute read aloud story for young children. But watch out, you might want to go nibble hunting too.
* * * * *Okay, that’s what our boss Joy had to say, now here are some of the gang at the V Zoos ideas of tasty treats.
Star the giraffe: I just love browse, especially when it’s high up in the trees. I can show off my long beautiful neck.
Molhi the lion: Give me a big hunk of raw meat any day!
Boris the bear: Someone else’s picnic, now that’s a treat!
Billy the chimp: Bananas are great, but I like them better when the keepers hide them around our exhibit and I have to hunt for them. That’s when they stick raisins in them. Yummy!
Elvis the king vulture: Those little tidbits of raw meat that get scattered around our enclosure. They are really good.
Mori: I like carrots. They are so nice and sweet.
Okay, as you can see, everyone has his or her favorite nibbles. What’s yours? Let us know and I promise we’ll share them here with everyone.
What’s mine you ask? Sweet hay, or chocolate cake, I can’t decide which I like better.
Where can you buy Tootsie The Nibble Hunter?
Amazon
Zoo Campers: Don’t forget to send in your poem and favorite fun fact about meerkats. Also, send us a picture of your finished meerkat art project.
Hop on over to Meerkat Mania and check out the puzzle and coloring page.
I’m off to see what the keepers have hidden for me to find today. See you back here Sunday with more zoo news.
Good morning campers! Zebee here. The gang here at the V Zoo and I are really excited about all of you that are joining us for summer zoo camp. We want to say a great big “HI!” to all of you.
If you haven’t popped over to look at this week’s
Meerkat Mania,go there now and get started.
Oh, and don’t forget to send in your poem and favorite fun meerkat fact.
So, tomorrow my boss Joy is going to add even more stuff to this week’s zoo camp. Something about a mural and interactive online coloring book.
See you there! Come back Thursday for another great book to look at and review.
Good morning! Zebee here. Today’s trip to the world zoos has us going from New Jersey to India. So sit back and relax, and as my boss Joy would say “ENJOY!”
Kamper Park and Zoo is family favorite
This zoo is a jewel. If you are passing through the Hattieburg, MS area this summer, stop in and check it out. Oh, read this to see what’s going on there.
Crocodile pair gives birth to 10 babies in city zoo
Wow! Ten babies all at once. They aren’t all crocodiles. See who else has babies at this India Zoo.
July 5th is Otter Day at Lincoln Children's Zoo
Learn all about otters and water safety Monday. Find out when and where here.
Denver Zoo unveils rare albino baby duck, makes national news
How cool is that! Learn all about this unique baby.
Zoo lets tiger out of cage - to put him in new one
Watch a video of this magnificent animal and learn about why he was moved.
Zoo unveils black wildebeest calf
The Newquay Zoo in Cornwall has this adorable addition. Check out how cute he is.
Bundaleer is Lowry Park Zoo's new bundle of joy
I just love koalas, don’t you? What’s that man in the picture doing? Go look and find out.
Endangered kangaroo comes to the zoo
Another favorite. Learn about tree kangaroos and where they come from.
Brookfield Zoo marks its 75th anniversary
Happy Birthday Brookfield zoo.
Red panda birth a coup for zoo
Watch the video of this tiny baby.
Name now graces zoo's newest camel
So, what did they name him? Oh, and there’s a picture of him too.
A Wild Wine Tasting Event At Cosley Zoo
This one’s for mom and dad. Enjoy!
Oregon Zoo's Baby Elephant Helps Smash Attendance Records
IF you haven’t been to the Oregon Zoo yet this summer, what are you waiting for? Lots going on here.
Two Angolan Colobus Monkeys, Will Begin Cruising Zoo Atlanta's Ford African Rain Forest
Learn about these interesting monkeys and see a picture of one.
Cincinnati Zoo holds contest to come up with names for 4 Malayan tiger cubs now on display
Enter to win. I’m going to. Lets’ see….
Whew! I don’t know about you but I need to take a nap now right over there under that tree. See you back here Tuesday for my first report on “Zebee’s Summer Zoo Camp.” We have over 60 children signed up at last count. What? You haven’t signed up yet? Well, hop over to our zoo camp page to sign up now. First week: Meerkat Mania.
Good Thursday all, Zebee here. Wow! It’s July already! My, uh, our summer camp starts next week. Did you sign up yet? We have some really cool prizes to give away, so be sure you hop over to our
zoo camp page to sign up.
Anyway, where was I. Oh yeah, today’s book review day. Isn’t the cover of this book pretty? If you like it, you’ll love the illustrations inside.
Let’s see what some of our friends here at the V Zoo had to say about this book.
Mori: I think it’s cool. But why isn’t “O” for okapi?
Lito: I like the way Tim Magner made learning about nature fun. Like, I didn’t know panda’s didn’t growl like a bear. I learned about yaks too.
Honey: I wonder if there were dinosaurs taller than us? What do you think? Anyway, I think the book is a great way to get children interested in learning about nature.
Zamba: I think icebergs are cool. I had no idea they were so big.
Bindi: I agree with Honey. I am going to borrow the book to teach Billy about nature. Maybe it will help calm him down a little.
Zebee: Well, there you have it. I’d say the whole gang here liked the book. So, where can you get your copy? Pop over to
Green Sugar Press.
That’s all for today. See you back here Sunday with more zoo news. Zebee out.
Z: I know! I heard Rebekha and our boss Joy talking about it yesterday. Well, I’ve got to go, it’s blog time. Bye Elvis.
E: Bye Zebee. I see if I can fly around tonight and see what the rest of the gang’s been hearing.
Okay, hi there everyone. Zebee here. I’ve been visiting with Elvis and we were discussing the zoo camp plans. Boy have Joy and Rebekha along with the rest of the keepers got a great time planned for all of you. If you promise not to tell, I’ll share a secret with you. Promise?
I’ll give you a hint. They are planning an art project that each week you’ll add to it. By the end of the eight weeks, you’ll have a really cool . . .
Star: Don’t you dare Zebee! Don’t you know that Rebekha and the keepers are working really hard on that art project and you’re going to give it all away? Everyone will find out next week on Monday when week one goes live. I think they can wait, don’t you?
Z: I guess you’re right. Sorry.
I guess you will all have to wait. Make sure you sign up over at our zoo camp page. I know, why don’t you do it now while you’re thinking about it.
Okay, I’ll see you Thursday with another great book review. Bye for now.
Good Sunday morning everyone out there in Bloggerville, Zebee here. This week I’ve traveled all over the world visiting zoos and have brought back information on lots of things that are going on at the zoos. Summer is a fun time at the zoo. Let's see what's going on out there.
Public gets first look at Akron Zoo's jaguar cubs
These cubs are really cute. The zoo had a clever naming contest that doubled as a fund raiser. Read about it here.
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo Clocks its one millionth visitor
Congratulations! When I went to this zoo, I was really impressed. Check out their web site and you’ll see what I mean. Cool!
Mysore zoo to have a few exotic species soon
This zoo is 100 years old and going strong. They have been working hard recently to bring even more exotic species into the zoo. See what’s new at this zoo.
Several zoos are having concerts this summer. Here are a few of them.
The Oregon Zoo Summer Concert schedule.
Detroit Zoo Summer concert line up.
Jammin’ at the Zoo, the Lincoln Park Zoo that is.
Go check out your local zoo and see if they’re having a concert series this summer.
Free Hogle Zoo day for military
Thanks Hogle Zoo. Our men and women in the military thank you!
L.A. Zoo hosts annual Beastly Ball; Betty White gets up close and personal with a boa
This is a big fundraiser for the L.A. Zoo. Looks like fun, but I don’t think I’d like a boa crawling all over me!
Lowry Park Zoo offers family fun pass
What a great idea. This is a deal too good to pass up if you live in the Tampa area.
Zoo rings in 75 years with book, party
Happy Birthday Brookfield Zoo. Read all about the history of this zoo. What a fascinating place.
Okay, that’s it for this week. See you back here Tuesday with more interesting news about our Summer Zoo Camp. If you haven’t signed up yet, what are you waiting for? All you have to gain is a chance at winning one of the prizes we’re giving away. Hop over to the zoo camp page now and sign up.
See you Tuesday! Zebee out.
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Clever idea, and it sounds like a great book. I'll have to add this book to my list of books to buy and read to my grandson.
Thanks for stopping by Katie. You'll like this one and your grandson will learn about the value of money.
Zebee