Hippopotamus Books

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces hippopotamuses to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--Provided by publisher.

One morning, Ben finds an envelope containing a very special invitation to come and see the Gee Museum -- a dusty old place under threat of closure. However, once inside he discovers all sorts of incredible things like talking owls, dancing bees, magical bottles, witches, and of course, a hippo at the end of the hall. But most importantly he discovers a connection to his father and the family he never even knew he had. And now he has something important...

Hippopotamus had a spotamus . . . on her bottomus! "It's a blister!" said her sister. "It's measles!" said Weasel. "It's hippopox!" said Fox. But in the end the spotamus turns out to be something hilariously unexpected!

"A look at hippopotamuses, including their habitats, physical characteristics such as their large mouths, behaviors, relationships with humans, and protected status in the world today"--Provided by publisher.

"This revised edition surveys key aspects of hippopotamuses, describing these African animals' appearance, behaviors, and habitats. A folk tale explains why hippos live mostly in water." -- Provided by publisher.

Follows a baby hippopotamus after he is born in the water and eventually meets his herd on the land. Describes the appearance, characteristics, diet, daily life, and hunting skills of hippos. Features an hippopotamus diagram, a glossary, a map, and book and Internet resources.

"Learn all about the world of these massive, majestic mammals in this level 1 hippos reader"-- Provided by publisher.

All through the hippo night, hippos play with great delight.

A look at the world of the hippopotamus.

"Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and endangered status of hippopotamuses"--Provided by publisher.