{"product_id":"the-secret-zoo-riddles-and-danger-isbn-9780061989285","title":"The Secret Zoo: Riddles and Danger","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook three in this fast-paced and exciting series for middle grade fantasy, mystery, and animal buffs.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNoah, Megan, Richie, and Ella are the Action Scouts; friends whose tree house overlooks the Clarksville City Zoo. When they discover a magical world hidden within the zoo, they are swept away on an adventure in which penguins can fly, a mysterious figure lurks in the shadows, and the scouts are enlisted to help Mr. Darby, who is in charge of the Secret Zoo.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut will the scouts be able to fight against the dangerous sasquatches who have escaped the zoo and threaten their town? There’s only one way to find out if the four friends training as Crossers can help save the Secret Zoo.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe author originally had the idea for \u003cem\u003eThe Secret Zoo\u003c\/em\u003e when he was nine and wondered what would happen if zoo exhibits had secret doors that allowed kids to go inside—and the animals to come outside. He brings that sense of adventure and excitement to this story, making it a favorite for home and classroom reading along with such middle grade fantasy favorites as \u003cem\u003eThe One and Only Ivan.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003eCan four friends save the secret zoo?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNoah, Megan, Richie, and Ella are the Action Scouts: friends whose tree house overlooks the Clarksville City Zoo. When they discover a magical world hidden within the zoo, they are swept away on an adventure in which penguins can fly, a mysterious figure lurks in the shadows, and the scouts are enlisted to help Mr. Darby, who is in charge of the Secret Zoo.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut will the scouts be able to fight against the dangerous sasquatches who have escaped the zoo and threaten their town? There's only one way to find out!\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003ePraise for The Secret Zoo: “A fast-paced mix of mystery and fantasy.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“An action-packed and breathless story about teamwork…the story should appeal both to animal-lovers and a broader audience.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Fans of fantasy, animal fiction, and adventure will enjoy this fast-moving story.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Greenwillow Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44887976902885,"sku":"NP9780061989285","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780061989285.jpg?v=1730227861","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/the-secret-zoo-riddles-and-danger-isbn-9780061989285","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}