About This Book
"The Happy Hippopotami" is a delightful, rhyming picture book that invites young readers to a joyous beach holiday with a large group of cheerful hippos. These anthropomorphic characters engage in a variety of playful activities, from dressing in colorful beach pajamas and dancing the maypole to having exciting water gun fights. The book's simple, repetitive text and vibrant illustrations, though not explicitly described, are designed to capture the attention of toddlers and preschoolers. It's a perfect choice for a lighthearted read-aloud that celebrates friendship, fun, and the simple pleasures of a day at the beach.
Discussion Prompts
1
What was your favorite thing the hippos did at the beach?
2
If you went to the beach with the hippos, what game would you play?
3
What makes the hippos so happy?
4
Have you ever worn silly pajamas? What did they look like?
