Going to the zoo

Words and Music by Tom Paxton.

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This timeless classic has been a favourite with infant and junior children for over four decades. Its catchy melody and fun lyrics make for a quickly learned song which no child should pass through school without having sung.

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Age
5 to 7 , 7 to 9
Song type
Curriculum , Fun
Subject
Science
Scoring
Guitar chords , Piano accompaniment , Unison
CCLI ID
2403195

Audio information
The audio tracks were recorded specially for the Sing Up programme by New London Children's Choir, mixed and mastered by Nic Rowley at Vandborg Studios. The backing track was created specially for the Sing Up programme by Ned Bennett. 

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