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Curious George Visits the Zoo
Curious George and the man with the yellow hat visit the zoo. A hungry Curious George snatches a pail of bananas from the zoo keeper. Though he shouldn't have taken the bananas, George soon changes the zookeeper's shouts to praise with his clever, helpful ways.
32 pages, Paperback
First published September 30, 1985
About the author
H.A. Rey
600 books219 followersHans Augusto Rey was born on September 16, 1898, in Hamburg, Germany. He grew up there near the world-famous Hagenbeck Zoo, and developed a lifelong love for animals and drawing. Margarete Elisabeth Waldstein (who would be known to most of the world as Margret Rey) was also born in Hamburg on May 16, 1906. The two met briefly when Margret was a young girl, before she left Hamburg to study art. They were reunited in 1935 in Rio de Janeiro, where Hans was selling bathtubs as part of a family business and Margret was escaping the political climate in Germany. Margret convinced Hans to leave the family business, and soon they were working together on a variety of projects.
Hans and Margret were married in Brazil on August 16, 1935, and they moved to Paris after falling in love with the city during their European honeymoon. It was there that Hans published his first children’s book, after a French publisher saw his newspaper cartoons of a giraffe and asked him to expand upon them. Raffy and the Nine Monkeys (Cecily G. and the Nine Monkeys in the British and American editions) was the result, and it marked the debut of a mischievous monkey named Curious George.
After Raffy and the Nine Monkeys was published, the Reys decided that Curious George deserved a book of his own, so they began work on a manuscript that featured the lovable and exceedingly curious little monkey. But the late 1930s and early ’40s were a tumultuous time in Europe, and before the new manuscript could be published, the Reys—both German Jews—found themselves in a horrible situation. Hitler and his Nazi party were tearing through Europe, and they were poised to take control of Paris.
Knowing that they must escape before the Nazis took power, Hans cobbled together two bicycles out of spare parts. Early in the morning of June 14, 1940, the Reys set off on their bicycles. They brought very little with them on their predawn flight — only warm coats, a bit of food, and five manuscripts, one of which was Curious George. The Nazis entered Paris just hours later, but the Reys were already on their way out. They rode their makeshift bicycles for four long days until reaching the French-Spanish border, where they sold them for train fare to Lisbon. From there they made their way to Brazil and on to New York City, beginning a whole new life as children’s book authors.
Curious George was published by Houghton Mifflin in 1941, and for sixty years these books have been capturing the hearts and minds of readers throughout the world. All the Curious George books, including the seven original stories by Margret and Hans, have sold more than twenty-five million copies. So popular that his original story has never been out of print, George has become one of the most beloved and recognizable characters in children’s literature. His adventures have been translated into many languages, including Japanese, French, Afrikaans, Portuguese, Swedish, German, Chinese, Danish, and Norwegian.
Although both of the Reys have passed away — Hans in 1977 and Margret in 1996—George lives on in the Curious George Foundation. Established in 1989, this foundation funds programs for children that share Curious George’s irresistible qualities—ingenuity, opportunity, determination, and curiosity in learning and exploring. Much consideration is given to programs that benefit animals, through preservation as well as the prevention of cruelty to animals. The foundation supports community outreach programs that emphasize the importance of family, from counseling to peer support groups.
Hans and Margret were married in Brazil on August 16, 1935, and they moved to Paris after falling in love with the city during their European honeymoon. It was there that Hans published his first children’s book, after a French publisher saw his newspaper cartoons of a giraffe and asked him to expand upon them. Raffy and the Nine Monkeys (Cecily G. and the Nine Monkeys in the British and American editions) was the result, and it marked the debut of a mischievous monkey named Curious George.
After Raffy and the Nine Monkeys was published, the Reys decided that Curious George deserved a book of his own, so they began work on a manuscript that featured the lovable and exceedingly curious little monkey. But the late 1930s and early ’40s were a tumultuous time in Europe, and before the new manuscript could be published, the Reys—both German Jews—found themselves in a horrible situation. Hitler and his Nazi party were tearing through Europe, and they were poised to take control of Paris.
Knowing that they must escape before the Nazis took power, Hans cobbled together two bicycles out of spare parts. Early in the morning of June 14, 1940, the Reys set off on their bicycles. They brought very little with them on their predawn flight — only warm coats, a bit of food, and five manuscripts, one of which was Curious George. The Nazis entered Paris just hours later, but the Reys were already on their way out. They rode their makeshift bicycles for four long days until reaching the French-Spanish border, where they sold them for train fare to Lisbon. From there they made their way to Brazil and on to New York City, beginning a whole new life as children’s book authors.
Curious George was published by Houghton Mifflin in 1941, and for sixty years these books have been capturing the hearts and minds of readers throughout the world. All the Curious George books, including the seven original stories by Margret and Hans, have sold more than twenty-five million copies. So popular that his original story has never been out of print, George has become one of the most beloved and recognizable characters in children’s literature. His adventures have been translated into many languages, including Japanese, French, Afrikaans, Portuguese, Swedish, German, Chinese, Danish, and Norwegian.
Although both of the Reys have passed away — Hans in 1977 and Margret in 1996—George lives on in the Curious George Foundation. Established in 1989, this foundation funds programs for children that share Curious George’s irresistible qualities—ingenuity, opportunity, determination, and curiosity in learning and exploring. Much consideration is given to programs that benefit animals, through preservation as well as the prevention of cruelty to animals. The foundation supports community outreach programs that emphasize the importance of family, from counseling to peer support groups.
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October 16, 2024
Once more George is off to stir things up for the greater good.
January 5, 2022
Enjoyed this book when I was a young child. Mom read it to me. I think I read it too as soon as I began reading. That and the Richard Scary books fascinated me.
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May 3, 2015Curious George goes to the zoo for the first time and there is a lot to see. He looks at all the animals. He also sees what all the people are doing. After a while he got hungry and found a man with a bucket of bananas. He took them and ran off towards the monkey cage. Once he got there he saw one of the monkeys had taken a kids balloon. George knew exactly what to do. He may have caused some problems but he knew how to save the day. Then him and the man with the yellow hat went home.
Curious George is a very well know character. This book is easy to read and simple to follow along with. He always causes trouble but finds a way to make it all better in the end. Curious George is also a t.v show so kids can watch him as well. There are also games they can play online to be even more involved with his stories. I think Curious George always gives good messages. He's always doing the best he can, trying to help out, and do whats right. The illustrations are all very colorful and details. The pictures take up most of the page and the text is on the bottom. The pictures all look very realistic.
Curious George is a very well know character. This book is easy to read and simple to follow along with. He always causes trouble but finds a way to make it all better in the end. Curious George is also a t.v show so kids can watch him as well. There are also games they can play online to be even more involved with his stories. I think Curious George always gives good messages. He's always doing the best he can, trying to help out, and do whats right. The illustrations are all very colorful and details. The pictures take up most of the page and the text is on the bottom. The pictures all look very realistic.
December 4, 2014
"Curious George Visits the Zoo" by Margret Rey was a cute little story about a silly monkey who went to the zoo. He saw the zoo keeper with a bucket of bananas after taking the bucket he decided that he should save the day for a little boy. He gives the bananas to the monkeys so that he can get the balloon back to the little boy. I think this is a great story for teaching children to do the right thing.
The illustrations were very clear and clean. If there had been no words in this book you would have a pretty good idea of what was going on. Some of the illustrations look like they are done with water colors while the other ones look like they are done with ink.
I would use this in my classroom to teach about making good decisions or changing your actions for the better.
The illustrations were very clear and clean. If there had been no words in this book you would have a pretty good idea of what was going on. Some of the illustrations look like they are done with water colors while the other ones look like they are done with ink.
I would use this in my classroom to teach about making good decisions or changing your actions for the better.
September 29, 2016
Better than most.
First Reading: 11 Mar 2015
First Reading: 11 Mar 2015
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July 29, 2014
Synopsis: "Curious George and the man with the yellow hat visit the zoo. A hungry Curious George snatches a pail of bananas from the zoo keeper. Though he shouldn't have taken the bananas, George soon changes the zookeeper's shouts to praise with his clever, helpful ways."
My Review: This is a great book to read before or even after a visit to the Zoo. Munchkin enjoyed pointing out the animals that we had scene at the zoo. Of course George is such a classic lovable character that kids will love reading this book about his antics.
My Review: This is a great book to read before or even after a visit to the Zoo. Munchkin enjoyed pointing out the animals that we had scene at the zoo. Of course George is such a classic lovable character that kids will love reading this book about his antics.
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May 14, 2009JEAR2-Rey
March 1, 2018
Such a cute little book about Curious George visiting the zoo, and getting himself into trouble! I love how Curious George always finds a way to make a bad situation into a good one, while making things better for everyone in the end. The illustrations are wonderful as they show distinct colours of each character in a fun way, which makes it entertaining for both children and adults. I also love the plot, which always ends with Curious George being thanked for his help. Will always love Curious George and his fun adventures, can't wait to read more!
October 2, 2019
Curious George is a monkey we all know, love, and loath. Curious George is a predictable read that follows the pattern of trying to be a good monkey, getting into mischief, and helping out in the end. One positive about the Curious George series, the books are a great way to get young listeners to predict what will happen next.
George and his friend, the Man with the Yellow Hat, go to the zoo. George gets hungry and into mischief at the same time. George finishes his morning at the zoo by helping out a little boy and feeding some zoo animals.
George and his friend, the Man with the Yellow Hat, go to the zoo. George gets hungry and into mischief at the same time. George finishes his morning at the zoo by helping out a little boy and feeding some zoo animals.
September 27, 2025
Sweet Sarah, we're so proud of you for reading "Curious George Goes to the Zoo!" You learned that being curious is wonderful, but it's important to listen to grown-ups and follow rules to stay safe. Just like George discovered that the zookeepers know best about caring for animals, you can ask questions and explore while still being respectful and careful. Your curiosity will help you learn amazing things every day, just like George! Keep reading, sweetheart - you're becoming such a smart little reader!
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April 22, 2023
by FAR the best book of the series. captivating plot. increadible characters. i felt EVERYTHING that george felt. when he saw the monkeys, i saw the monkeys. when he noticed those giraffes, I NOTICED those giraffes. loved this book. if you are thinking aboit reading it, dont wait another day, because this book changes your life for the good and im amazed how i went my whole life without it. margret ray, you genius, you've done it.
May 25, 2025
Curious George disobeys the safety rules at a zoo/animal sanctuary/safari but faces no negative consequences for his actions, because just when the zookeeper is about to make him leave, she realizes he found the missing baby rhinoceros.
On the one hand, this is a terrible lesson if you think of George as a metaphorical toddler. On the other hand, he's an African monkey wandering around an African animal habitat, so that doesn't seem bad to begin with.
On the one hand, this is a terrible lesson if you think of George as a metaphorical toddler. On the other hand, he's an African monkey wandering around an African animal habitat, so that doesn't seem bad to begin with.
June 21, 2017
This book is about a monkey named George who visits the zoo. While he is there, he caused some trouble.
I love Curious George books. The text is pretty easy, the pictures are simple but colorful, and the stories are always funny. Children like them because they know he's doing things he's not supposed to be doing in a way that is funny and not scary.
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I love Curious George books. The text is pretty easy, the pictures are simple but colorful, and the stories are always funny. Children like them because they know he's doing things he's not supposed to be doing in a way that is funny and not scary.
(Picture Book)
February 28, 2021
George and the man with yellow hat went to the zoo. It was not only zoo, but wild animal park that allow visitors to see animals roam around freely by using car. There, George saw many kind animals like flamingo and rhino, but then, George, as always, curiosly jumped from the car to approach flamingos.
November 28, 2019
I'm not sure how they can run a zoo where the animals run freely. Perhaps there's awesome spectacle of animals attacking one another(which the author for some reason chose not to depict), or maybe they sedate the predators somehow.
October 21, 2021
I thought this was a cute book. It is very similar to a lot of the other Curious George books. He's a monkey and gets into trouble. Pretty much end of story. This is an AR book for anyone who might want to know. I would recommend this book to others.
December 4, 2021
Curious George and the man with the yellow hat visit the zoo. A hungry Curious George snatches a pail of bananas from the zoo keeper. Though he shouldn't have taken the bananas, George soon changes the zookeeper's shouts to praise with his clever, helpful ways.
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March 10, 2026
I deeply enjoy this book and all the other ones too. The curious George books are simple and to me that's what makes them enjoyable. Curious George going to the zoo seeing all the other animals is brilliant and makes for a fun little adventure.
August 31, 2018
This book was worth revisiting because "Curious George" is an adorable series of stories I really enjoyed as a kid.
January 22, 2019
Curious George does not take any monkey 🐒 business during a trip to the zoo. Bananas! 🍌
April 14, 2019
George and the man with the yellow hat visit the zoo. You'd think people would wonder about the monkey walking around. As usual, George can be both mischevious and caring.
May 24, 2020
Another Curious George book, and a story that kept the boys entertained! What else can I ask for?
July 9, 2020
Good short story about George doing good deeds. Not too long, so great for small children.
August 26, 2020
I absolutely love Curious George books. I love the story it tells and the illustrations. It talks about all the different animals George see at the zoo.
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January 8, 2022
One can only wonder if George would be better off in the zoo himself 🤷♂️
August 2, 2022
A really loved Curious George - what's not to love? It's a monkey visiting zoo animals. :D
January 24, 2023
Great one for kids
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