This symbol-supported version of Dear Zoo supports pupils with SEND, autism, speech and language needs, and emerging readers to access a familiar classroom text.

The story has been adapted using clear, consistent symbols alongside structured text to support comprehension, vocabulary development and sentence structure.

Includes:

Full symbol-supported story pages

Clear visual layout

Consistent symbol use

Print-ready PDF

Ideal for:

1:1 reading

Small group intervention

Whole-class story access with SEND adaptations

Pupils working below age-related expectations

Designed to help pupils access and engage with a well-loved story with greater independence and confidence.