An adaptation of the classic Topsy & Tim story by Jean & Gareth Adamson Topsy & Tim have fun visiting the zoo & soon decide that all the zoo animals would make great pets Mummy & Dad have other ideas though! Read it yourself with Ladybird is one of Ladybird's best-selling series For over thirty-five years it has helped young children who are learning to read develop & improve their reading skills Each Read it yourself book is very carefully written to include many key high-frequency words that are vital for learning to read as well as a limited number of story words that are introduced & practised throughout Simple sentences & frequently repeated words help to build the confidence of beginner readers & the four different levels of books support children all the way from very first reading practice through to independent fluent reading