Hippopotamuses are a favorite around my house! So when I found a non-fiction yet completely captivating picture book on hippos, I knew it would be a hit. From their powerful tusks to their twinkly toes (in the water at least!), this book takes you through all the wonders of hippos. Learn fun facts about their power, speed, and SPLAT SPLOP! Watch out for poop!
Check out Hippos are Huge! by Jonathan London, with impressive illustrations by Matthew Trueman. We love reading how hippos can be ferocious fighters but also gentle mothers.
This book packs in so much great information. But the facts are broken down into child-sized chunks. AND told in fun ways. Hippos can chomp a boat in two! They can weigh as much as 50 men. Their tusks can be as long as a baseball bat!
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Kids will love the bright illustrations and the amusing hippo trivia in this fact-filled picture book. Learn what a hippo yawn really means. Laugh out loud at the dung battle. And while they look adorable, they’re actually HUGE!
After you’ve read the book, here are a few fun hippo-themed ideas to round out your day!
- Check out what Moo Deng is up to now! (Instagram)
- Hippos are herbivores who spend their days grazing on grass. While grass isn’t on our menu, put together a snack of your favorite fruits and vegetables.
- Float like a hippo! Can you float with just your eyes, ears, and nose above the water?
- Did you know? The common hippopotamus is considered vulnerable, while the pygmy hippo (the only other hippo species) is classified as endangered. Talk to your kids about what this means and how people are helping. Consider a symbolic adoption through the World Wildlife Fund.
- Learn how to DRAW a hippo with this fantastic video from Art for Kids Hub.
Whether you’re new to the wonders of hippos or long-time hippophile, Hippos are Huge! is sure to be a hit with your family! Looking for more book recommendations? Make sure to check out our other posts!
🦛 Thanks for stopping by and have a hippotastic day! 🦛