But Not the Hippopotamus : Special 30th Anniversary Edition! (Board book)

from blue8444

We love the Boynton books in our house. This was one of our first. It's goofy and fun. The words are nicely melodic, and I don't mind the silly story. I recommend it for young kids.

from Coffeehag

My two-year-old loves this book! It is one of the most delightful books for young children I have ever encountered. The fun illustrations depict the Hippopotamus, always watching her friends do things together, while looks on. But suddenly they all stop and ask her to join in. What will she do? E...

from SqueakyChu

So cute! I love the rhyming words and the funny drawings. However, I do feel sorry for that armadillo. I bought this book for my grandson who will be born in early June!

from kitbraddick

This was one of the first books I ever read as a child. To this day, hippos are my favorite animal. This is such a cute book and an easy read. The rhyme and pictures make it a fun book to read out loud. In addition, this book covers the topics of shyness, inclusion, and making friends. These topi...

from villemezbrown

I loved reading this to my daughter when she was young, and read it again this year (2018) after reading the disappointing new sequel. Still love it! The combination of words and pictures is cute, charming and delightful.