Rod Campbell - Children's Author

Rod Campbell has been writing and illustrating children’s books for over twenty 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 now lives in France.

Julia Eccleshare, the editorial expert on Lovereading4kids says, Rod Campbell is the masterly creator of interactive books including classic tab and flap books such Dear Zoo, the story of choosing exactly the right pet. Simplicity itself in terms of design and always full of delightful surprises, Rod Campbell’s books are perfect as first introductions to concepts, numbers in  Farm 123 and letters in ABC Zoo. Campbell’s Touch and Feel books such as Buster’s Farm include wonderfully tactile experiences for little fingers.

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Featured Books, with extracts by Rod Campbell

Rod Campbell's Animal Book Lift-the-Flap Rhymes and Games
Rod Campbell
An entertaining first introduction to a host of different animals. Simple rhymes and games will entertain young listeners who can explore the book in greater detail and engage with the rhymes about the animals by opening flaps and joining in...
Featured in: Baby and Toddler
Format: Paperback - Released: 01/07/2011
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Rod Campbell's Nursery Book Lift-the-Flap Rhymes and Games
Rod Campbell
Classic nursery rhymes and some fresh new ones, too, are given extra zest in this attractive lift the flap version. Young readers can enjoy engaging with the poems through the flaps and finding the things that are hidden. This is...
Featured in: Baby and Toddler
Format: Paperback - Released: 01/07/2011
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Dear Zoo Animal Shapes Buggy Book
Rod Campbell
A Lovereading4kids 'Great Read' you may have missed 2011 selection. A new edition to the Dear Zoo stable for even the smallest hands.  Use the handy strap and clip to attach this sturdy board book to your buggy and take it...
Featured in: Baby and Toddler | Books of the Month
Format: Board book - Released: 01/04/2011
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Dear Zoo Buggy Book (Buggy Buddy)
Rod Campbell
A timeless classic now available in Buggy Buddie format – perfect for babies and toddlers on the move.  An elephant is too heavy, a giraffe is too tall, a frog is too jumpy. Hidden behind a flap, each new arrival...
Featured in: Baby and Toddler
Format: Board book - Released: 04/06/2010
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Goodnight Buster! (Touch-and-Feel)
Rod Campbell
A wonderful touch and feel book with pull tabs from the author, Rod Campbell, who we suspect is responsible for more books that get kids to sleep than any other.  Goodnight Buster is a new edition to his huge bookshelf...
Featured in: 3+ readers | Baby and Toddler
Format: Hardback - Released: 07/05/2010
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Dear Santa
Rod Campbell
A letter to Santa starts off on a merry chain of gift-wrapping, but nothing is quite right and each time he thinks better of his choice. Lift the flaps to unwrap each present and find out what Santa chooses as...
Featured in: Baby and Toddler
Format: Board book - Released: 02/10/2009
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Farm 123
Rod Campbell
Come for a day on the farm - and learn to count at the same time! From one farm cat, to ten naughty rabbits there's all sorts of fun to be had in Farm 123. With flaps to lift, creatures to count...
Featured in: Baby and Toddler
Format: Board book - Released: 31/07/2009
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ABC Zoo (Board Book)
Rod Campbell
With this first alphabet book from Rod Campbell, children can learn both their ABC and the names of animals! Clearly presented, packed full of animals, there are flaps to lift and all sorts of fun to be had.
Featured in: Baby and Toddler
Format: Board book - Released: 12/06/2009
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Buster's Farm
Rod Campbell
Pat the woolly sheep, stroke the furry dog, feel the bumpy fence and count the eggs the hens have laid. Buster has a busy day on his farm and children will enjoy joining him as he looks after the animals...
Featured in: Baby and Toddler
Format: Hardback - Released: 01/05/2009
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Dear Zoo (mini edition)
Rod Campbell
An elephant is too heavy, a giraffe is too tall, a frog is too jumpy. Hidden behind a flap, each new arrival that the zoo sends is a wonderful surprise but never quite right. Until, at last, they send the...
Featured in: Baby and Toddler
Format: Hardback - Released: 06/03/2009
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I'm Not Scary
Rod Campbell
This fantastic touch-and-feel title from the author of Dear Zoo is sure to delight brave young readers. A scritchy-scratchy grasshopper, a shiny beetle and even a slimy snail aren't scary - touch them and find out. However, the creature on the last page,...
Featured in: 3+ readers
Format: Paperback - Released: 04/04/2008
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Dear Zoo (board Lift-the-Flap)
Rod Campbell
The delightful thing about those really outstanding children’s books for toddlers, of which this is definitely one, is that they never date and can delight a whole new generation of young readers time and time again. The sturdy flaps, lively...
Featured in: Baby and Toddler
Format: Board Book - Released: 02/02/2007
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Dear Zoo: board book
Rod Campbell
An elephant is too heavy, a giraffe is too tall, a frog is too jumpy. Hidden behind a flap, each new arrival that the zoo sends is a wonderful surprise but never quite right. Until, at last, they send the perfect pet…. This...
Featured in: Baby and Toddler
Format: Board Book - Released: 02/02/2007
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Dear Zoo Jigsaw Pack
Rod Campbell
25 years since Dear Zoo was first published and now we're able to offer you the same book but with a delightful 6-piece sturdy jigsaw of a jungly zoo scene.  This is a must have gift for toddlers...
Featured in: Baby and Toddler
Format: Board Book - Released: 02/06/2006
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My Farm
Rod Campbell
A perfect first book, this brightly illustrated, soft cloth book is full of touchy, feely opportunities with soft sheep and rabbit’s wool to stroke, flaps to lift and a noisy pig to press. Practically indestructible! If you’re looking for other...
Featured in: Baby and Toddler
Format: Rag Book - Released: 20/03/1998
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Dear Zoo
Rod Campbell
Have you ever wanted a pet? How do you find the right one? An elephant is too heavy, a  giraffe is too tall, a frog is too jumpy. Hidden behind a flap, each new arrival that the zoo sends...
Featured in: 3+ readers | Bookshelf Essentials
Format: Paperback - Released: 28/03/1985
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