The Star Of The Zoo

heart-warming · magical · uplifting · gentle

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Star Of The Zoo is a warm, gently magical bedtime story with a strong message about teamwork and listening to every voice, even the tiniest one. The colourful animal cast and Little Star’s predicament should appeal to younger children. Ant’s clever solution gives the story a satisfying reminder that big ideas do not always come from the biggest characters.

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What is The Star Of The Zoo about?

When a shooting star tumbles into the zoo at bedtime, Little Star longs to return to the sky. The animals all try to help, but none are tall enough—until clever Ant gathers her friends to build a towering ladder. Together, the animals work as a team, sending Little Star back to sparkle above them. A heart-warming story of friendship, teamwork, and magical nights.

About the author

Daniel Howarth is a talented illustrator and author from the UK. He has worked on many wonderful children’s books, including the popular ‘How to Catch a Star’ and ‘If I Could Paint the World’. Daniel loves bringing stories to life with his colourful and friendly pictures, inspiring children to use their imagination and enjoy reading.

Discussion ideas around The Star Of The Zoo

Small but mighty: Ant is the smallest animal, but she comes up with the most useful idea. What does this tell us about size, cleverness and being heard?

Working together: How does each animal help with the plan to reach the sky, and what might happen if one animal refused to join in?

Being away from home: How do you think Little Star feels after falling into the zoo, and what could help someone who is missing home?

A magical night: If a shooting star landed somewhere near you at bedtime, where would it be and how would you try to help it?

Life in a zoo: The animals work together inside the zoo. What do you think might be good or difficult about living there?