hippopotamus

An overview of hippos that features color photographs and discusses their physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, and other related topics. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

"Handy Mr. Hippo is very helpful. When the mean Hairy Giant needs repairs done at his house, Mr. Hippo gladly helps. Mr. Hippo also teaches the Hairy Giant how to make friends and not be so mean"--Provided by publisher.

Fragility, a hippopotamus whose feelings are easily hurt, meets Rudy, a rude elephant, on the soccer field.

Hippo and Rabbit prove they can be good friends, despite their differences, when they spend the day together from breakfast through bedtime.

The happy hippopotami enjoy a merry holiday at the beach, wearing pretty beach pajamas, dancing the maypole, or battling with water guns.

A hippopotamus who has learned to speak English escapes the zoo and sets out for his home in Africa, but finds many distractions along the way.

Introduces children to the behavior, life cycle, diet, habitat, and physical characteristics of hippopotamuses.

Provides a closer look at our largest organ. Learn how animal's skin helps them survive.

Simple text and photographs introduce young readers to the Hippopotamus.

Relates several episodes in the friendship of two hippopotamuses.