Pssst!

Reach for this book when your child is in a mischievous, imaginative mood and craves a story that feels like a shared secret between them and the characters. It is the perfect choice for lightening the mood after a structured day, as it celebrates creative problem-solving and the joy of a harmless, silly prank. The story follows a young girl visiting the zoo who is approached by animals making increasingly bizarre requests, from tires to tubes of paint. At its heart, the book explores themes of empathy and collaboration as the protagonist becomes an accomplice to the animals' mysterious project. The humor is sophisticated yet accessible for the 4 to 8 age range, using visual cues and deadpan dialogue to keep children engaged. Parents will appreciate how it encourages children to look at everyday objects in new, inventive ways while building a sense of wonder about the secret lives of animals.