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Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
1020L
Language
English
Description
Describes the life of Fiona, a baby hippopotamus who was born prematurely and raised by humans at the Cincinnati Zoo, and details how the hippo became a worldwide Internet sensation. Includes general information about hippos as a species.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
None of her jungle friends can find Hilda Hippo a quieter, less disruptive replacement for dancing, her favorite hobby, until Water Buffalo suggests an activity that allows Hilda to express her dance creativity in a new way.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
AD 920L
Language
English
Formats
Description
The amazing true story of the orphaned baby hippo and 130-year-old giant turtle whose remarkable friendship touched millions around the world.The inspiring true story of two great friends, a baby hippo named Owen and a 130-yr-old giant tortoise named Mzee (Mm-ZAY). When Owen was stranded after the Dec 2004 tsunami, villagers in Kenya worked tirelessly to rescue him. Then, to everyone's amazement, the orphan hippo and the elderly tortoise adopted each...
5) Hidden hippo
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Takes the reader on a journey through the grasslands of Africa to encounter elephants, giraffes, zebras, hippos, and many other creatures.
6) New shoes
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
Simple rhyme tells the story of a hippopotamus who has great difficulty getting a shoe saleman to listen to her request for special shoes, but is successful at last in buying the ballet slippers she needs for her performance.
8) Hippopotamus
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Series
Language
English
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Hippos are fascinating animals, and they can be fun to watch at the zoo. In the wild, however, they're actually pretty gross! Readers of this innovative book learn all about the grossest parts of these unique animals' lives, such as how males mark their territory by flinging poo. Concise text and helpful labels are paired with eye-catching photographs and encourage even the most reluctant readers to learn about the lives of these remarkable creatures....
9) Hippos bite!
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Series
Language
English
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"Hippos are perhaps the most surprising animals in this series. They are, after all, herbivores, not carnivores or even omnivores. And their huge body and short, fat legs make them look slow moving. But these enormous animals are surprisingly speedy and aggressive and equipped with an immensely powerful bite. Young readers will be enthralled with what they discover about this popular animal in this engaging volume. Accessible text addresses important...
Author
Series
Little Hippo stories volume 1
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
AD 490L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Little Hippo loves to pretend that he's all grown up. And playing doctor with all the other animals in the savannah is an excellent game until he tries to examine a ferocious lion.
11) Musical Max
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Language
English
Formats
Description
The peace and quiet following Max's decision to put his instruments away drives the neighbors just as crazy as his constant practicing did.
12) Huge hippos
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Hippos love to lie in the water, and they lounge for hours at a time! This is an easy-to-read text and contains vivid full-color photographs. Early readers will learn why these huge animals love to lounge as well as why they hunt at night. You will learn just how much food can fill their big bellies!
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
460L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Read about hippopotamus calves and how zookeepers take care of them. This level 3 guided reader book includes intriguing facts and adorable photos. Students will develop word recognition and reading skills while learning about how these baby animals learn and grow, what they eat, and how they socialize with each other. Book includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biographies, sidebars, and word list for home and school connection"--
14) Hippos
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Hippos are one of the largest land mammals in the world! These big vegetarians prefer to spend their time in the water. Readers will enjoy learning more about hippos with exciting facts and vibrant photos"--
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
640L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Hippos are big animals that live in Africa. Hippo calves are born underwater. They are strong swimmers. Baby hippos spend most of their time in the water. Their mothers help them stay safe from predators. How do baby hippos grow and change? Read this book to find out! This title also includes a life cycle diagram, a habitat map, fun facts, a glossary, and more!
18) Baby hippos
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
350L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"This search-and-find book invites emergent readers to look for new vocabulary words and pictures while giving simple facts about the fascinating world of the baby hippo, including information about where they live and what they eat"--
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Series
Language
English
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Hippos have a strange way of telling strangers to back off. If a hippo sees another hippo they don't know or senses dangers, hippos throw their poop! Young readers will love this adventure into the weird and gross world of the hippopotamus. Young readers will learn important facts about strange and gross animal adaptation and why something that seems icky, might be important for an animal's survival! Full-color photographs bring young readers up close...
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