Rod Campbell
Rod Campbell has been writing and illustrating children's books for thirty years. Best known for his classic lift-the-flap title Dear Zoo, he is also the creator of the much loved character, Buster. Ingeniously simple, with touches of gentle humour, his books continue to be enjoyed by children, parents and teachers alike. Rod lives in London.
Books
Dear Zoo
Author: Rod Campbell
Publisher: Macmillan (Campbell Books)
Interest age: 2+
This appealing story, in lift-the-flap, board-book format has been a favourite with toddlers ever since it was first published in 1982.
Dear Zoo Noisy Book
Author: Rod Campbell
Publisher: Macmillan Children's Books
Interest age: 2+
Reading age: 4+
A whole new generation of children will enjoy this classic story about finding the perfect family pet
I'm Hungry
Author: Rod Campbell
Publisher: Macmillan Children’s Books
Interest age: 1-3
The hungry mouse likes eating cheese, the rabbit likes carrots and the monkey likes bananas, but what about the hungry tiger? Find out in this fun and inventive touch-and-feel book from Rod Campbell, the author of Dear Zoo.
Look After Us: A lift-the-flap book
Author: Rod Campbell
Publisher: Macmillan
Interest age: 0-2
If anyone can talk simply and clearly to little ones about endangered animals and conservation, it’s Rod Campbell, the famed author of Dear Zoo. This lovely flap book is a great one to read together.
The Boo! Zoo
Author: Rod Campbell
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
Once again set at a zoo, children get to guess which animal lurks behind each large card flap. Be prepared for lots of enthusiastic yelps from the toddlers reading along, when they spot what looks like an elephant trunk or tiger paws peeking out from beneath!