Synopsis
Best Picture Book winner, New Zealand Children’s Book Awards 2018
An irresistible read-aloud story about a class trip to the zoo with rhyming word play and madcap energy.
A school trip to the zoo descends into a chaotic hunt for the missing hippopotamus. Teacher, zookeeper and all the children join the search. The noise and drama reach a pitch, and no one thinks to listen to quiet Liam, who really might know where the hippo is hiding.
I see him, Miss! He’s super tall!
I’ll fetch him in no time at all.
I got’im, Miss! I got’im, Miss!
I KNEW that I could spot’im, Miss!
This clever rhyming story for children aged 2 to 7 years features humor and wordplay that will entertain toddlers, preschoolers and early readers. Children delight in spotting the hippopotamus hiding on every page and identify with sweet Liam, the quiet but observant boy who no one listens to. Sarah Davis’s charming and lively illustrations tell a different story about where the hippo is hiding in each scene. Perfect for reading together again and again as a family, in the school classroom or independently, this picture book features a cast of diverse characters and funny and curious children.
“Buoyant fun for the very young” – Kirkus
Juliette MacIver is a picture book writer and mother of four, who lives in New Zealand. Her popular books are regularly shortlisted for awards.
Sarah Davis has illustrated more than 30 books. She has won and been shortlisted for numerous awards in Australia and New Zealand.
Praise for That’s Not a Hippopotamus
“Good-natured, funny, and a fabulous read-aloud to groups of kids.” – School Library Journal
“This delightful tale will bring smiles to your face and cheers to your lips! Kids will ask for it again and again just for the pure joy of joining in the hippo hunt.” – Storywraps
“A fantastic romp to read aloud but it would also be wonderful to share so the nuances in the illustrations can be fully appreciated. Recommended.” – Magpies Magazine
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About the Authors
Juliette MacIver is the author of 18 picture books. She has received the Storylines Notable Book Award six times, and has had multiple nominations for awards in NZ, Australia, and the U.S. She recently won Best Picture Book in the NZ Book Awards for Children and Young Adults. Juliette lives with her husband and four children in Wellington.
Sarah Davis grew up in New Zealand. She won the 2009 Children's Book Council of Australia's Crichton Award for Best New Illustrator. She recently won Best Picture Book in the NZ Book Awards for Children and Young Adults. Sarah lives in Sydney, Australia.
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Condition: Good. Sarah Davis (illustrator). A sound copy with only light wear. Overall a solid copy at a great price! Seller Inventory # BOS-A-01b-08280
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Condition: Good. Sarah Davis (illustrator). Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 45458655-6
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Condition: Very Good. Sarah Davis (illustrator). Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 18237909-6
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Sarah Davis (illustrator). Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G1927271967I3N10
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Sarah Davis (illustrator). Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G1927271967I3N10
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Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Sarah Davis (illustrator). Former library book; Missing dust jacket; Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G1927271967I5N11
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Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Sarah Davis (illustrator). Former library book; Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G1927271967I5N10
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Sarah Davis (illustrator). May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G1927271967I4N00
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Condition: acceptable. Sarah Davis (illustrator). Used - Acceptable: All pages and the cover are intact, but shrink wrap, dust covers, or boxed set case may be missing. Pages may include limited notes, highlighting, or minor water damage but the text is readable. Item may be missing bundled media. Seller Inventory # CSIV.1927271967.A
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Sarah Davis (illustrator). The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR008250955
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