hippopotamus

Text and color illustrations look at the life of a hippopotamus from birth to adulthood.

Photographs and simple text share facts and information about hippopotamuses, describing their physical characteristics, diet, habitat, and other related topics.

Hudson the hippo learns to control his anger after having a run in with a rhinoceros.

Dolly and Kate see a school, a stop light, a cow, a picnic table and playground, bikes, and a swimming pool while out for a drive.

Introduces young readers to both egrets and hippos, describing how the two species help each other.

Readers learn facts about baby hippos while looking for vocabulary words and pictures.

"Splash! A baby hippo can be born while the mother is still in the water. But this little guy is ready for the wonderful watery world. Follow along as the cute calf drinks its mother's milk, takes its first waddling walk, joins the rest of its herd, and grows bigger and stronger until it is ready to leave its mother. Simple text paired with . . . pictures helps build reading confidence for animal-loving early readers"--Provided by publisher.

Hippos are perhaps the most surprising animals in this set about voracious biters. They are, after all, herbivores, not carnivores or even omnivores. Their huge body and short, fat legs make them look slow moving rather than pouncing and powerful. Yet these enormous animals are surprisingly speedy, aggressive, and equipped with an immensely powerful bite. Young readers will be enthralled with what they discover about this popular animal. An accessible narrative and fact boxes address important science concepts. A graphic organizer and bold photographs enhance this wildlife learning experience.

When a little purple hippo cannot find the mate for her red sock, she tries everything in her sock drawer in order to be fashionable--or at least to match.

Cheetah comes to better appreciate his relationship with Hippopotamus after he learns there are more important qualities in a friend than being able to run fast. Presented in simplified Chinese and English.