hippopotamus

When she realizes that her feet have grown, a young hippo is allowed to choose which new shoes to buy.

Explains about hippopotamuses, their environment, what they eat, and how they protect themselves.

Follows two hippos as they calmly and mindfully go about an ordinary day.

Features "I, Crocodile," the story of an Egyptian crocodile living in Paris who learns he is slated for the dinner table; and includes three additional tales of animals from around the world.

"Developed by literacy experts and educators for students in PreK through grade two, this book introduces beginning readers to baby hippos through simple, predictable text and related photos"--Provided by publisher.

"With their big, barrel-shaped bodies, hippopotamuses can really make a splash. And when they're not resting in rivers to stay cool, hippos could be grazing in grasslands or spending time with other hippos in noisy herds. What else do you know about this awesome animal? Learn all about hippos"--Provided by publisher.

"Teeth are out. Let the battle begin! Learn how crocodiles and hippos fight through narrative nonfiction"--OCLC.

One hippo, all alone, calls two hippos on the phone. Exuberant hippopotamus guests show up in ever-increasing numbers, until an all-night party is inevitable.

"In Hippopotamus Calves in the Wild, beginning readers will learn about baby hippopotamuses as they grow up in Africa. Follow along as hippo calves join the herd and learn from their moms. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they are introduced to hippo calves' appearance, diet, behaviors, and habitat. A picture diagram labels a hippo calf's body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about hippo calves online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Hippopotamus Calves in the Wild also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index. Hippopotamus Calves in the Wild is part of Jump!'s Baby Animals in the Wild! series"--.

A little girl explains to her parents exactly why she wants a hippopotamus--and only a hippo will do--for Christmas. Includes musical notation.