Name: But Not the Hippopotamus
ISBN: 9780671449049

At a Glance

Why This Clicks

A Hesitant Hippo

A shy hippo’s choice gives this playful animal tale its gentle sense of suspense.

Come here for

A whimsical story about finding the nerve to join in
Spirited animals, a bog, hats, and a jog

Expect

A hesitant hippo at the heart of the fun
An encouraging nudge toward trying something new

Book Details

Authors: Sandra Boynton
Publisher: Boynton Bookworks
Published: November 30, 1982
Format: Print & ebook
Theme: Hippos & Rhinos · Zoo Stories
Reading lane: Hippos & Rhinos

Affinity

Publisher Categories

Hippos & Rhinos
Funny Stories
Imagination & Play

About This Book

A hesitant hippo makes a big impact in this whimsical story about taking a chance from board book creator Sandra Boynton. Follow along as this shy hippo observes spirited animals cavort in a bog, try on new hats, and go for a jog, all while longing to join in the fun. Building toward an exciting ending, readers will be cheering on the hippopotamus as it finds the courage to say YES to trying something new. Then the animal pack Comes scurrying back, Saying, HEY! COME JOIN THE...

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A hesitant hippo makes a big impact in this whimsical story about taking a chance from board book creator Sandra Boynton. Follow along as this shy hippo observes spirited animals cavort in a bog, try on new hats, and go for a jog, all while longing to join in the fun. Building toward an exciting ending, readers will be cheering on the hippopotamus as it finds the courage to say YES to trying something new. Then the animal pack Comes scurrying back, Saying, HEY! COME JOIN THE LOT OF US! And she just doesn’t know— Should she stay? Should she go? But YES the hippopotamus!