Books Like Hippopotamister
Families who loved Hippopotamister by John Patrick Green often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Hippopotamister by John Patrick Green often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child feels they have to act like someone else to be accepted or when they are struggling to find their place in a group. Hippo and Red Panda leave their crumbling zoo to join the human world, where Hippo tries on dozens of hats and jobs to fit in. While he is surprisingly good at everything from hairdressing to construction, he realizes that performing for others is exhausting if you cannot be yourself. This graphic novel uses humor and vibrant illustrations to explore the difference between being capable and being happy. It is a perfect choice for kids aged 6 to 10 who are navigating social masks or feeling the pressure of perfectionism. It gently reminds them that their unique self is their greatest contribution to the world.
