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The Truth about Hippos (Seriously Funny Facts about Your Favorite Animals series)

Maxwell Eaton III, illustrated by Maxwell Eaton III

This nonfiction picture book presents facts about hippos, including the two types: common hippos and smaller pygmy hippos. It notes that hippos live in Africa and considers facts such as their inability to swim. Digitally colored pen-and-ink cartoon illustrations accompany the information, along with a bibliography about the animals.

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Themes
Animals · Geography · Wildlife
Format
Hardcover
Publisher
Roaring Brook Press
ISBN-13
9781626726673
Language
English
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