The Hippo-not-amus - Softcover

Tony Payne; Jan Payne

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1862335141 ISBN 13: 9781862335141

Publisher: Gullane Childrens Books, 2004

Synopsis

Portly is a young hippopotamus who isn't sure he wants to be one forever. In fact, he's quite sure that he's more suited to being some other creature entirely. And so, after speaking to Mum and Dad about things, he sets out to find his true calling in life.

About this title

From School Library Journal:

Kindergarten-Grade 2–Portly is trying to find his true self. He was born a hippopotamus, but is sick of wading in water and eating boring, old grass. Searching for new possibilities, he sets off on a quest where he encounters a herd of rhinoceros, a bat, an elephant, and a giraffe, and transforms himself into a hippo-gir-ele-bat-onoceros. Each new identity has comical, albeit unsuccessful consequences. His adventures make him long for the cool waters of home and grass. Portly and his parents are glad to be reunited, but when he sees a monkey swinging from tree to tree, he knows his explorations must continue. The artist uses bright, sunny colors, portraying this jungle fantasy through large, eye-catching paintings. Portly's multifaceted personality is well illustrated. While the theme is far from new, children will enjoy the humorous tale and will identify with Portly's desire to try out new personas. A smooth flowing, witty text gives this tale good storytime potential.–Be Astengo, Alachua County Library, Gainesville, FL
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About this edition

• Publisher: Gullane Childrens Books
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 1862335141
• ISBN 13: 9781862335141
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 30
• Illustrator: Guy Parker-Rees