by Jonathan London (Author) Matthew Trueman (Illustrator)
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PreS-Gr 2--With gorgeous mixed-media illustrations and accessible, engaging language, this picture book will spur interest in the world of hippos. Trueman's vivid images take advantage of every inch of available space to convey the size of these creatures, and the "Isn't this cool?" tone of London's text keeps readers hooked. Two types of text appear on each page: larger print encompasses the main narrative full of fascinating facts (ideal for reading aloud), while smaller print presents drier statistics and additional facts of interest. With a focus on high-interest details--such as a spread featuring two bull hippos flinging dung at each other in warning--this title stands out. VERDICT A solid nonfiction read-aloud.--Kathleen Kelly MacMillan, Carroll County Public Library, MD
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