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Zoobreak

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2009

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Gordon Korman

Zoobreak

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2009
Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Hudson River • Contemporary

Topic
Publication Year

2009

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

Lexile Level

700L

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Super Short Summary

Zoobreak by Gordon Korman follows 11-year-olds Ben, Griffin, and Savannah as they rescue Savannah’s pet monkey from All Aboard Animals, a zoo with terrible conditions. Discovering more mistreated animals, the children launch a plan to free them all, facing various challenges and figuring out how to find the animals new homes while evading the cruel zookeeper.

Adventurous

Humorous

Playful

Exciting

Heartwarming

Reviews & Readership

4.3

6,475 ratings

72%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Zoobreak by Gordon Korman receives praise for its engaging plot and humor, captivating young readers with its fast-paced storyline and memorable characters. However, some critique arises over predictability and a lack of depth in character development. Overall, it's celebrated as an entertaining adventure, particularly well-suited for middle-grade audiences.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Zoobreak?

Fans of fast-paced, adventurous tales featuring clever young protagonists will enjoy Zoobreak by Gordon Korman. Readers who love the teamwork and ingenuity seen in books like The Maze of Bones from the 39 Clues series or the escapades in Chasing Vermeer by Blue Balliett will find this heist story captivating.

4.3

6,475 ratings

72%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Hudson River • Contemporary

Topic
Publication Year

2009

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

Lexile Level

700L

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