Hello, Hippo! Goodbye, Bird!

Hello, Hippo! Goodbye, Bird!

Grades Preschool – 2
Ages 3–7

A hilarious picture book about a grumpy hippo, a persistent bird, and a delightful friendship!
 
Bird wants to be Hippo’s friend!
Hippo wants to be left alone.
 
Bird makes a great hat for Hippo. He tells hilarious hippo jokes. He keeps the bugs away (can you say lunch!?).
Hippo wants Bird to GO AWAY.
 
But then the sky gets darker. And darker.
Thunder crashes all around.
Maybe Hippo could use a friend?

"Crow’s warmhearted buddy tale is generously infused with energetic humor, and Bernatene depicts both Hippo and Bird with a perfect balance of gruff and goofy, reluctance and excitement. Against the backdrop of a teeming African landscape, and while flamingos, zebras, a rhino, elephant, antelope, and giraffe look on, author and artist show how frenemies become BFFs. What’s not to love about that?" —Booklist

"This humorous tale of two unlikely companions is an entertaining discussion starter for children about how (and how not) to make friends." —School Library Journal

"Scenes of Hippo submerged underwater, frolicking idyllically in the grass, and wailing in terror in the storm steal the show. Though unlikely-friendship tales are a dime a dozen, this humorous, fun-filled take is well worth a look." —Kirkus

ISBN 9780553509922 (Ebook)
Published on Apr 12, 2016
Published by Knopf Books for Young Readers
Pages 32
Age Range 3-7 years
Grade Preschool - 2
Reading Level Lexile: AD220L | Fountas/Pinnell: I

Kristyn Crow

KRISTYN CROW has spent her career helping families connect through stories. She is the author of numerous picture books, including All Aboard the Moonlight Train, Bedtime at the Swamp, and the Zombelina series. A nationally-recognized speaker, special education parent consultant, and lifelong advocate for children, Kristyn believes stories are essential to strengthening relationships and preserving family history. She and her husband enjoy traveling, spending time with their growing family, and biking through sprinklers.

Poly Bernatene

Poly Bernatene is an illustrator who graduated from Buenos Aires Art School and has worked across many different genres including advertising, animation, and comic books. He has published more than 60 children’s books all over the world. He lives and works in Argentina.

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